why make this recipe
This dessert is fun, light, and simple. It mixes soft crepes, cream cheese filling, and fresh strawberries. You can make it fast for a snack or a small party. It tastes like strawberry shortcake and cheesecake together. For a light drink with it, try a mango strawberry smoothie recipe.
introduction
Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls are thin crepes filled with sweet cream cheese and fresh strawberries. You make crepes from a simple batter, spread a smooth cheesecake mix, add sliced fruit, and roll. The top gets golden cookie crumbs and a bit of whipped cream when you serve. This recipe uses easy steps and few tools.
how to make Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls
- Make the batter: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Cook the crepes: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter into the pan and spread lightly to form a thin crepe. Cook until the edges lift, then flip and cook for another minute. Repeat with the rest of the batter.
- Make the filling: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble: Lay a crepe flat. Spread a layer of the cream cheese mix on it. Add sliced strawberries on top of the filling. Roll the crepe up tightly.
- Finish: Sprinkle golden cookie crumbs on top of the rolls. Add whipped cream when you serve.
Ingredients :
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup golden cookie crumbs
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Directions :
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour 1/4 cup of the batter to form a crepe. Cook until the edges lift, then flip and cook for another minute. Repeat until all batter is used.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Spread cream cheese mixture on each crepe, add sliced strawberries, and roll up tightly.
- Sprinkle golden cookie crumbs on top.
- Serve with whipped cream.
how to serve Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls
Serve the rolls warm or chilled. Place two rolls on a plate. Add a dollop of whipped cream and a few extra sliced strawberries. Dust with a little cookie crumb on top. They pair well with a light fruit drink.
how to store Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls
Store rolls in an airtight container in the fridge. They stay good for 2–3 days. Keep the whipped cream separate until you serve. Do not freeze the filled rolls; the texture will change.
tips to make Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls
- Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling.
- Make crepes thin for easy rolling.
- Dry the strawberries lightly on paper towel so the filling does not get watery.
- Warm the skillet first and keep heat medium to avoid burning.
- If batter is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk to thin it.
variation (if any)
- Add a small spoon of lemon zest to the cream cheese for a bright flavor.
- Swap strawberries for raspberries or mixed berries.
- Use crushed graham crackers instead of golden cookie crumbs for a different crunch.
FAQs
Q: Can I make the crepes ahead of time?
A: Yes. Stack cooled crepes with parchment paper between them and wrap. Keep in the fridge for one day.
Q: Can I use frozen strawberries?
A: You can, but thaw and drain them well. Pat dry to remove extra juice.
Q: Is there a gluten-free version?
A: Yes. Substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour mix.
Q: How many rolls does this recipe make?
A: It makes about 8 crepes, so plan for 8 rolls depending on crepe size.
Q: Can I make these vegan?
A: Use a plant-based milk, egg substitute for crepes, and vegan cream cheese to make them vegan.
Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A delightful dessert combining soft crepes, sweet cream cheese filling, and fresh strawberries, reminiscent of strawberry shortcake.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup golden cookie crumbs
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour 1/4 cup of the batter to form a crepe. Cook until the edges lift, then flip and cook for another minute. Repeat until all batter is used.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Spread cream cheese mixture on each crepe, add sliced strawberries, and roll up tightly.
- Sprinkle golden cookie crumbs on top.
- Serve with whipped cream.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling. Store rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg