Description
Delightful strawberry shortcake cheesecake rolls blend classic dessert magic with creamy innovation. Silky cheesecake filling and fresh strawberries dance inside delicate pastry, promising sweet indulgence you’ll savor with every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6–8 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 1 package (8 ounces or 226 grams) cream cheese, softened
Dairy and Sweet Components:
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cookie and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies
- 2 tablespoons strawberry gelatin powder
Instructions
- Prepare the creamy cheesecake mixture by whipping softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until silky and uniform. Gently incorporate whipped cream, ensuring a light and airy texture. Set the mixture aside for later use.
- Create the crispy shortcake crumb topping by thoroughly blending crushed vanilla wafers with melted butter and strawberry gelatin powder. Distribute the mixture evenly across a baking sheet, then bake in a preheated oven at 350F (175C) until achieving a golden-brown color. Allow the crumbs to cool completely, developing a crunchy consistency.
- Lay out each tortilla flat and generously spread the prepared cheesecake filling across the surface. Distribute fresh diced strawberries evenly, ensuring consistent coverage. Carefully roll the tortilla into a tight cylinder, maintaining even pressure to prevent filling from escaping.
- Wrap each rolled tortilla securely in plastic wrap, then refrigerate for a minimum of one hour to allow the filling to set and the rolls to firm up. This chilling process helps maintain the structural integrity of the dessert.
- Remove the chilled rolls from the refrigerator and unwrap them carefully. Delicately brush the exterior with softened butter to help the crumb coating adhere. Gently roll each roll in the prepared shortcake crumb mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Using a sharp knife, slice each roll into bite-sized segments approximately one inch thick. Arrange the pieces artfully on a serving plate, creating an elegant presentation. Finish by dusting the rolls with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar for an added touch of sweetness.
Notes
- Opt for room-temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth, lump-free filling that blends effortlessly with other ingredients.
- Toast the shortcake crumbs slightly longer for a deeper, more caramelized flavor that adds complexity to the rolls.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the most vibrant and intense fruit flavor, chopping them into small, uniform pieces for even distribution.
- Chill the rolls for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to set perfectly, creating a more cohesive dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 68
- Calories: 162
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg