Description

Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls are a delightful twist on the classic strawberry shortcake, combining creamy cheesecake filling, fresh strawberries, and crunchy shortbread cookies into a bite-sized treat.

Ingredients

8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature

¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled

1 cup fresh strawberries, finely diced

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

1½ cups crushed shortbread cookies or graham cracker crumbs

¼ cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted, to bind the crumb mixture

6 large crepes or thin sponge cake layers

Powdered sugar, for dusting before serving (optional but recommended)

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
In a separate bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and fluffy.
Toss the diced strawberries with 2 tablespoons of sugar and let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out the juices and intensify the flavor.
In a small bowl, combine the crushed shortbread cookies (or graham crackers) with the melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles moist sand.
Lay a crepe (or thin cake layer) flat. Spread a generous layer of the cheesecake filling over the surface. Sprinkle with cookie crumbs, then spoon on a layer of the macerated strawberries. Carefully roll the crepe up tightly, sushi-style.
Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm and sliceable.
Unwrap and slice into 1-inch pieces. Dust with powdered sugar just before serving for a beautiful finishing touch.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free shortbread cookies or graham crackers.
For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free cream cheese and a non-dairy whipped topping.
You can substitute other fresh berries like raspberries or blueberries for a different twist.
Add a little lemon zest to the cream cheese filling for a citrusy kick.
Make the rolls a day ahead and store them in the refrigerator. Slice and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Frozen strawberries can be used, but make sure to thaw and drain them thoroughly to avoid excess liquid in the filling.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: undefined
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake, Chilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll (approx. 1-inch slice)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 55mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg