Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 25 × 38 cm (10 × 15 inch) jelly roll pan, then line it with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang on the sides for easy removal.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together for 5–7 minutes until thick, pale, and ribbon-like. This step is key to a light, airy cake.
4. Add the vanilla extract and milk to the egg mixture and gently mix until incorporated.
5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula. Fold gently just until combined, being careful not to deflate the batter.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly with an offset spatula. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cake springs back lightly when touched and is just set.
7. While the cake is still warm, dust a clean kitchen towel generously with powdered sugar. Carefully turn the cake out onto the towel, peel off the parchment paper, and gently roll the cake up from the short end with the towel inside. Let it cool completely rolled up.
8. To make the filling, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped cream until light and fluffy.
9. In a small bowl, toss the chopped strawberries with sugar if needed. This helps release their juices and enhances sweetness.
10. Carefully unroll the cooled cake. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the surface, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the strawberries evenly over the filling.
11. Gently roll the cake back up (without the towel), keeping it snug but not tight. Wrap the roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1–2 hours to set.
12. Before serving, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with strawberry sauce. Slice with a sharp knife and serve chilled.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Bake Time: 10–12 minutes
Chill Time: 1–2 hours
Total Time: About 2 hours
Servings: 8–10 slices
Difficulty Level: Medium

Variations & Substitutions

• Berry Swap: Use raspberries, blueberries, or mixed berries instead of strawberries.
• Chocolate Lover’s Twist: Add a thin drizzle of melted white chocolate over the filling before rolling.
• Lighter Option: Use light cream cheese and stabilized whipped cream for a lighter texture.
• Extra Flavor: Add lemon zest to the cheesecake filling for a bright, fresh note.

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