Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Dessert Roll Recipe
Imagine combining two classic desserts—strawberry shortcake and cheesecake—into one irresistible treat. Enter the Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Dessert Roll, a beautiful and indulgent dessert that's perfect for celebrations, brunch, or as a showstopper at your next gathering.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Spatula
- Kitchen Towel
- Fine mesh sieve
- Knife or serrated knife
Ingredients
For the Cake Roll:
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries diced
- 2 tbsp sugar optional, to enhance sweetness
For Toppings and Garnishes:
- Crushed shortbread cookies or biscuit crumbs
- Additional whipped cream
- Sliced strawberries
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Strawberry Crumble Topping
- Mix crushed freeze-dried strawberries, crushed vanilla wafers, and melted butter in a bowl. Stir until it forms a crumbly mixture. Spread it out on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake for a few minutes until lightly toasted. Let it cool completely.
Step 2: Bake the Cheesecake Layer
- Preheat your oven. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and eggs in a bowl until smooth and creamy. Pour the mixture into a springform pan lined with parchment paper. Place the pan in a water bath (this helps prevent cracks) and bake. Once done, let it cool completely in the pan.
Step 3: Make the Strawberry Shortcake Base
- Mix flour, baking powder, sugar, and cold butter until it looks like coarse crumbs. Slowly add milk until the dough comes together. Spread the dough in a baking tray and bake until golden. Let it cool.
Step 4: Assemble the Layers
- Place the shortcake base on a serving dish. Carefully remove the cheesecake layer from its pan and place it on top of the shortcake. Trim the edges if needed to make them even.
Step 5: Add the Strawberry Cream Topping
- Whip heavy cream, sugar, and strawberry puree until soft peaks form. Mix in a little softened cream cheese to make it more stable. Spread this cream over the cheesecake layer evenly.
Step 6: Garnish and Finish the Cake
- Sprinkle the strawberry crumble topping over the cream layer. Add fresh strawberries on top if you’d like. Chill the cake in the fridge for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.
Notes
While making the Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Dessert Roll, ensure that the cake is completely cool before spreading the filling, as any residual warmth could melt and compromise the consistency of your cream cheese layer. Patience is key to achieving clean, tight rolls and a visually stunning final presentation.