Creative & Cute Strawberry Shortcake Sushi Roll Dessert Recipe
This Strawberry Shortcake Sushi Roll is a creative and adorable twist on the classic dessert, featuring a tender sponge cake rolled with a luscious cream cheese and whipped cream filling, fresh strawberries, and sweet strawberry preserves. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings, this no-bake, refrigerator-chilled dessert combines the flavors of traditional strawberry shortcake in a fun sushi-inspired presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 sponge cake sheet (approx. 10×15 inches, homemade or store-bought)
Filling
- 8 ounces (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 ml) whipped cream
Fruit & Spread
- 1 ½ cups (225 g) fresh strawberries, diced
- 3 tablespoons (45 g) strawberry preserves or jam
Optional Garnishes
- White chocolate drizzle
- Extra whipped cream
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the cake: Lay the cooled sponge cake flat on a piece of parchment paper or a rolling mat to make it easier to roll later.
- Make the filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped cream to keep the filling light and fluffy.
- Assemble the roll: Spread the strawberry preserves evenly over the surface of the sponge cake. Then, spread the cream cheese and whipped cream mixture over the preserves. Sprinkle the diced fresh strawberries evenly on top.
- Roll: Starting from one short end of the cake, carefully use the parchment paper to help roll the cake into a tight log shape, ensuring the filling stays inside. Place the rolled cake in the refrigerator to chill for 20 to 30 minutes, allowing it to firm up and hold its shape.
- Slice & serve: After chilling, use a sharp knife to cut the roll into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Arrange them on a serving platter, drizzle with white chocolate if desired, and garnish with extra whipped cream and mint leaves for an attractive presentation.
Notes
- Ensure the sponge cake is completely cooled before rolling to prevent cracking.
- For a lighter option, substitute the cream cheese with mascarpone or use all whipped cream.
- Use a serrated knife and a gentle sawing motion to slice the roll cleanly.
- Chill the roll longer for easier slicing, especially if the filling feels too soft.
- Try adding other fruits like blueberries or raspberries for variation.
Keywords: strawberry shortcake, dessert roll, no-bake dessert, cream cheese filling, fresh strawberries, easy summer dessert, strawberry sushi roll
