Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls Recipe
Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls combine creamy cheesecake filling with sweet macerated strawberries and crunchy shortbread cookie crumbs, all wrapped in delicate crepes. These no-bake, refreshing dessert rolls are perfect for summer gatherings and offer a delightful twist on traditional strawberry shortcake.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 rolls (about 12-18 slices) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Strawberries
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Cookie Crumbs
- 1 1/2 cups crushed shortbread cookies or graham crackers
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Assembly
- 6 large crepes or thin cake layers
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare filling: Beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Whip cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture to create a light and fluffy cheesecake filling.
- Macerate strawberries: Combine the diced fresh strawberries with 2 tablespoons of sugar and let them sit for 10 minutes at room temperature, allowing the strawberries to release their natural juices and become sweetened.
- Prepare crumb mixture: Mix the crushed shortbread cookies or graham crackers with the melted unsalted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand, ensuring it holds together slightly when pressed.
- Assemble rolls: Lay a crepe flat and evenly spread an ample layer of the cream cheese filling over it. Sprinkle a layer of the cookie crumb mixture on top, followed by a generous amount of the macerated strawberries. Carefully roll the crepe up tightly like sushi.
- Chill rolls: Wrap each rolled crepe tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the filling set and flavors meld together.
- Slice and serve: Remove the rolls from the refrigerator, unwrap, and slice into 1-inch pieces using a sharp knife. Dust the slices with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries to enhance sweetness and flavor.
- If crepes are unavailable, very thin pancakes can be used as a substitute, but ensure they are pliable to roll easily.
- The rolls can be prepared a day in advance and stored tightly covered in the refrigerator.
- For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with whipped coconut cream to make it dairy-free and vegan-friendly.
- Adjust sugar levels in the filling and strawberry mixture according to the sweetness of your berries.
Keywords: Strawberry shortcake, cheesecake rolls, no-bake dessert, crepes dessert, summer dessert, strawberry dessert, easy cheesecake
