Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls are a delightful no bake dessert that brings together creamy cheesecake filling, juicy strawberries, and a buttery cookie crumb all wrapped inside a tender crepe. This recipe is a showstopper for brunch or any sweet gathering and is surprisingly doable even if you are new to rolled desserts.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Uses basic kitchen staples so pantry friendly
No oven is required for this refreshing treat
Easy to adjust with favorite fruit or cookies
Visually stunning presentation for guests
My first time making these was for a spring bridal shower and watching people’s faces light up at the first bite was priceless. Now I bring them every time family requests something special.
Ingredients
Cream cheese eight ounces softened: adds richness and creamy texture for that signature cheesecake taste always choose full fat for best results
Granulated sugar one quarter cup: sweetens the filling and helps it blend smoothly make sure there are no clumps
Vanilla extract one teaspoon: brings a gentle warmth to the creamy base real vanilla if possible is worth the splurge
Heavy whipping cream one cup: whipped to stiff peaks for pillowy lightness fresh cream will hold volume better
Fresh strawberries one cup diced: for juicy bursts throughout make sure they are ripe red and fragrant
Granulated sugar two tablespoons: macerates the berries drawing out juices which infuse every layer
Crushed shortbread cookies or graham crackers one and a half cups: gives the signature shortcake crunch buy whole cookies and crush just before using for freshness
Unsalted butter one quarter cup melted: helps the crumbs stick together creating a sandy base
Large crepes or thin cake layers six total: provide structure while staying tender homemade or store bought both work
Powdered sugar for dusting: finishes with a pretty touch and a little extra sweetness sift before dusting for best look
Step-by-Step Instructions
Make the Cheesecake Filling:
