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The Best Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls

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Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls feature a creamy cheesecake filling, fresh strawberries, and a buttery crumb layer wrapped in fluffy crepes, offering a unique twist on traditional strawberry shortcake.

Ingredients

Filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup heavy whipping cream

Strawberry layer:

1 cup fresh strawberries, diced

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Crumb layer:

1 1/2 cups crushed shortbread cookies or graham crackers

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Base and garnish:

6 large crepes or thin cake layers

Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the strawberry layer: In a small bowl, combine the diced fresh strawberries with the 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Stir to combine, and let the mixture sit for about 15 minutes, allowing the strawberries to release their juices.
  2. Make the filling: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and continue mixing. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined, forming a light, fluffy cheesecake filling.
  3. Prepare the crumb layer: In a separate bowl, combine the crushed shortbread cookies or graham crackers with the melted butter. Stir until the mixture is well coated and slightly crumbly.
  4. Assemble the rolls: Lay out the crepes or cake layers on a flat surface. Evenly spread a layer of the cheesecake filling over each crepe, leaving a small border around the edges. Then, spoon a few teaspoons of the strawberry mixture over the cheesecake filling. Sprinkle a thin layer of the crumb mixture on top of the strawberries.
  5. Roll up the crepes: Carefully roll each crepe up, starting from one edge, until you have a tight roll. Place the rolls seam-side down on a serving platter.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar: Once all the rolls are assembled, dust the top with powdered sugar for an elegant finishing touch.
  7. Chill and serve: Refrigerate the rolls for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to set. Serve chilled.

Notes

Make-ahead: You can prepare these rolls up to 1 day in advance. Store in the refrigerator and dust with powdered sugar just before serving.

Frozen strawberries: If using frozen strawberries, make sure to thaw and drain them thoroughly to avoid excess moisture in the filling.

Alternative bases: If you don’t have crepes, you can use thin cake layers, tortillas, or even large pancakes as substitutes.

Less sweet filling: Adjust the sugar in the cheesecake filling to suit your taste if you prefer a less sweet version.

Optional crumb layer: The crumb layer is optional. Skip it if you prefer a smoother texture.

Freezing: These rolls can be frozen. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store in a freezer-safe container. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

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