Ohhh yes 😍—Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls—basically cheesecake + shortcake + strawberries rolled into one stunning dessert. Creamy, sweet, fruity, and visually impressive for parties or special occasions.
Here’s a classic, bake-at-home recipe:
🍓 Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
For the Sponge Cake
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4 large eggs
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¾ cup sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ tsp salt
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2 tbsp cornstarch
For the Cheesecake Filling
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup powdered sugar
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
For the Strawberry Filling
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1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
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1–2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
Optional Topping
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Powdered sugar
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Whipped cream
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Sliced strawberries
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper; lightly grease.
2. Make the Sponge Cake
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In a bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick, pale, and fluffy (5–7 minutes).
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Add vanilla extract.
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Sift together flour, cornstarch, and salt; fold gently into egg mixture.
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Spread batter evenly in prepared pan.
3. Bake & Roll
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Bake 12–15 minutes, until lightly golden and springy to touch.
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While warm, invert onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
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Carefully peel off parchment.
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Roll cake with the towel lengthwise and let cool completely.
4. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
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Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
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Fold in whipped cream gently to create a light, fluffy filling.
5. Assemble the Roll
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Unroll cooled cake carefully.
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Spread cheesecake filling evenly over cake.
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Sprinkle chopped strawberries on top.
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Roll cake back up without the towel, forming a tight spiral.
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Wrap in plastic wrap and chill 1–2 hours to set.
6. Serve
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Slice with a serrated knife.
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Optional: dust with powdered sugar, top with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.
Tips for Perfect Rolls
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Beat eggs well: the sponge must be airy to roll without cracking.
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Roll while warm: this prevents breaks and cracks.
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Chill before slicing: makes clean, neat slices.
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Strawberries: pat dry if too juicy to avoid soggy cake.
Variations
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Chocolate shortcake roll: add 2 tbsp cocoa to the sponge cake.
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Mixed berries: blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries can replace strawberries.
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Keto version: almond flour sponge and a sugar substitute for filling.
If you want, I can make a “super creamy, ultra-pretty, showstopper” version with glossy strawberry glaze and swirled cream inside, perfect for holidays or celebrations.