Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls Recipe
Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls combine creamy cheesecake filling with fresh macerated strawberries and a crunchy shortbread cookie crumble, all wrapped in delicate crepes. This no-bake dessert is perfect for a light yet indulgent treat that’s easy to prepare and visually impressive.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Strawberry Topping
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Cookie Crumble
- 1 1/2 cups crushed shortbread cookies or graham crackers
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Other
- 6 large crepes
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream to stiff peaks, meaning the cream holds firm when the whisk is lifted. Gently fold this whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to create a light, fluffy cheesecake filling.
- Macerate the Strawberries: Combine the diced strawberries with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar in a small bowl. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the strawberries to release their natural juices and become sweetened.
- Make the Cookie Crumble: Mix the crushed shortbread cookies or graham crackers with melted unsalted butter until the texture resembles wet sand, which helps it stick when sprinkled.
- Assemble the Rolls: Lay a crepe flat on a clean surface. Spread an even layer of the cheesecake filling over the crepe, add a generous spoonful of the macerated strawberries, and sprinkle the cookie crumble over the top. Carefully roll the crepe tightly to encase the filling.
- Chill and Serve: Wrap each cheesecake roll tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to set. Slice into pieces before serving and dust with powdered sugar for a beautiful finishing touch.
Notes
- You can prepare the cheesecake filling and strawberry mixture a day ahead for convenience.
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor; frozen strawberries may release too much water.
- The thin crepes are essential to prevent the rolls from becoming too thick or difficult to roll.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free cookies and crepes.
Keywords: strawberry, cheesecake, crepes, no-bake dessert, shortcake, dessert rolls, fresh strawberries, creamy filling
