Spoon onto a lightly greased griddle or skillet over medium-high heat. Lay several sliced strawberries on top of batter of each pancake.
Turn pancakes when surfaces are covered in bubbles. Cook until golden brown.
Prepare strawberries:
Place rinsed and hulled strawberries in a medium bowl. Mash lightly with a potato masher, about 6 times. Mix strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar and crystallized ginger. Allow to stand at room temperature to macerate for one hour.
Prepare whipped topping:
In large, chilled bowl combine the heavy cream, 1/4 cup sugar and vanilla. With chilled beaters and an electric mixer on medium, beat until soft peaks form. Chill.
On a serving plate, layer pancakes, strawberries, and whipped cream.
Garnish with sifted powdered sugar and a sprig of fresh mint.