Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls (Printable Version)
Fluffy rolls filled with cheesecake and strawberries, dusted with sugar and chilled for a sweet layered dessert.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Filling
01 -
8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 -
1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 -
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
→ Strawberry layer
05 -
1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
→ Crumb layer
07 -
1 1/2 cups crushed shortbread cookies or graham crackers
08 -
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
→ Base and garnish
09 -
6 large crepes or thin cake layers
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Powdered sugar for dusting
# Steps to Cook:
01 -
Beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
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Whip the heavy whipping cream to stiff peaks and gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
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Combine diced strawberries with sugar and let sit for 10 minutes until juices are released.
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Mix crushed cookies with melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand.
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Layer a crepe with cream filling, cookie crumbs, and macerated strawberries. Roll tightly into a sushi-like log.
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Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
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Slice the chilled rolls into 1-inch pieces and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Chill rolls thoroughly before slicing for clean cuts and easier handling.
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You can substitute shortbread cookies with graham crackers for the crumb layer.