Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls (Printable Version)

Tender sponge cake swirls filled with cream cheese and fresh strawberry compote — a showstopping dessert fusion for any occasion.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Sponge Cake

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 100 g (½ cup) granulated sugar
03 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
04 - 100 g (¾ cup) all-purpose flour, sifted
05 - ¼ tsp salt
06 - Powdered sugar (for dusting towel)

→ For the Cheesecake Filling

07 - 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
08 - 60 g (½ cup) powdered sugar
09 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
10 - 180 ml (¾ cup) heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks

→ For the Strawberry Layer

11 - 200 g (1½ cups) fresh strawberries, finely chopped
12 - 1 tbsp granulated sugar
13 - 1 tsp lemon juice
14 - 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water

→ For the Topping (Optional)

15 - Crushed golden cookies (like vanilla wafers or shortbread)
16 - Additional whipped cream and sliced strawberries

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 10x15 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper. In a bowl, beat eggs and sugar with an electric mixer on high for 5–6 minutes until thick and pale. Beat in vanilla. Gently fold in sifted flour and salt until just combined. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan.
02 - Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the cake springs back when touched. Immediately turn the cake out onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off parchment. Roll the cake with the towel from the short end and let cool completely.
03 - In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1 more minute until thickened. Cool completely.
04 - Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped cream gently until fully combined.
05 - Unroll cooled cake. Spread with an even layer of cheesecake filling, then dollop and swirl in the strawberry mixture. Re-roll gently (without the towel), then wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
06 - Slice and top with crushed cookies, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • No special decorating skills needed yet creates a showstopping dessert
  • Perfect make ahead dessert that actually improves overnight in the refrigerator
  • Combines three favorite desserts strawberry shortcake classic cheesecake and swiss roll into one spectacular treat
  • Versatile enough for casual family dinners or elegant entertaining
02 -
  • Creates 10 to 12 generous slices perfect for entertaining
  • Can be made up to 2 days ahead making it ideal for busy hosts
  • Features three distinct layers of flavor and texture in every bite
  • Contains less sugar than traditional layer cakes allowing the natural ingredients to shine
03 -
  • Allow ingredients to come to room temperature before beginning especially the eggs and cream cheese which will incorporate air better and blend more smoothly
  • Dont overmix the sponge batter after adding flour as this develops gluten making your cake tough rather than tender
  • Keep the roll refrigerated until about 15 minutes before serving for clean slices that hold their shape while still offering the perfect texture

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