🍓 Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls

Light, creamy, and oh-so-refreshing—fluffy crepes are filled with whipped cheesecake, juicy strawberries, and buttery cookie crumbs. A sushi-inspired dessert that’s elegant yet easy!

Prep Time: 30 minutes · Chill Time: 1 hour · Total Time: ~1 hour 30 minutes
Yields: 6 rolls (about 18 pieces of sushi-style desserts)
Dietary Tags: Vegetarian · Light Dessert · Spring-Friendly

📚 Table of Contents

Why You’ll Love These Rolls
Ingredients & Prep
Quick Recipe Steps
Step‑by‑Step Assembly
Storage & Make‑Ahead Tips
Customization Ideas
Visual Gloss: Final Presentation
Kristy’s Note
Try These Next
Bake, Snap & Share!

💖 1. Why You’ll Love These Rolls

Think strawberry shortcake meets cheesecake and sushi! They’re creamy, fruity, and crave-worthy, yet light enough for spring or summer. Elegant enough for a party but easy to prep ahead—perfect for impressing guests without stress.

🛒 2. Ingredients & Prep

Filling

8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Strawberry Layer

1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
2 Tbsp granulated sugar

Crumb Layer

1½ cups crushed shortbread cookies or graham crackers
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

Base & Garnish

6 large crepes or thin cake layers
Powdered sugar, for dusting

🥄 3. Quick Recipe Steps

Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla into a creamy filling.
Whip cream to stiff peaks, then gently fold into cheesecake mixture.
Macerate strawberries with sugar for 10 minutes.
Stir butter into cookie crumbs until “wet sand” texture.
Layer crepes: cream, crumb, strawberries; roll up tightly.
Chill for 1 hour; slice into 1-inch rolls and dust with powdered sugar.

👩‍🍳 4. Step‑by‑Step Assembly

Step 1: Make the Cheesecake Filling

Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Whip cream to stiff peaks and gently fold into the mixture until light and luscious.

Step 2: Macerate Strawberries

Combine diced strawberries with sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes to release juices and intensify flavor.

Step 3: Prepare Crumb Layer

Mix crushed cookies or graham crackers with melted butter until crumbly but holds shape.

Step 4: Build the Rolls

Lay out a crepe. Spread a thin layer of cheesecake filling, sprinkle on the crumb mixture, and add a line of macerated strawberries. Roll tightly like sushi—tuck ends for a neat finish.

Step 5: Chill & Slice

Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This helps them slice cleanly.

Step 6: Serve

Unwrap and slice into 1-inch wheels. Dust with powdered sugar and arrange elegantly on a serving platter.

🥡 5. Storage & Make‑Ahead Tips

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Make Ahead: Roll and chill the night before for easy entertaining. Slice just before serving.
Freeze: Wrap slices tightly and freeze up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge before serving.

✨ 6. Customization Ideas

Cookie Swaps: Use gingersnaps or Oreos for a fun twist.
Filling Flavors: Stir in lemon zest or vanilla bean paste for extra depth.
Fruit Variations: Switch strawberries for raspberries or blueberries.
Cream Lite: Use light cream cheese or lighter whipping cream to cut richness.

📷 7. Visual Gloss: Final Presentation

Serve on a long platter with alternating strawberry slices or mint leaves. Drizzle extra berry jus from maceration on the plate, and pair with fresh raspberries or chocolate sauce for extra flair.

📝 8. Kristy’s Note

These cheesecake rolls are a family favorite—fun to slice, gorgeous to present, and utterly delicious. They feel fancy but take minimal effort, perfect for showers, brunches, or whenever you want to delight without drama!

🍰 9. Try These Next

Lemon Curd Cheesecake Rolls
Pumpkin Spice Crepe Rolls
Strawberry Shortcake Skewers
Fruit & Cream Cheese Parfait Cups

📣 10. Bake, Snap & Share!

Made these beautiful Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls? Tag me @KristyCookRecipes on Instagram—I can’t wait to see your rolling skills! Drop a comment below with your favorite flavor spin. Let’s sweeten our feeds together! 💕