Description
Strawberry Shortcake Sushi Roll is a delightful twist on a classic dessert, combining a soft sponge cake rolled with luscious cream cheese filling, fresh diced strawberries, and strawberry preserves. This no-bake, visually appealing treat is perfect for parties or a fun, elegant dessert that looks like sushi but tastes like a sweet summer favorite.
Ingredients
Sponge 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
Extras
- 1 ½ cups (225 g) fresh strawberries, diced
- 3 tablespoons (45 g) strawberry preserves or jam
- Optional: white chocolate drizzle
- Optional: extra whipped cream
- Optional: mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the cake: Begin by laying your cooled sponge cake flat on a sheet of parchment paper or a clean rolling mat to prepare it for spreading the fillings.
- Make the filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped cream to create a light, fluffy filling.
- Assemble the roll: Evenly spread the strawberry preserves over the surface of the sponge cake. Next, layer the cream cheese filling evenly over the preserves, and then sprinkle the diced fresh strawberries on top.
- Roll: Using the parchment paper as a guide, carefully roll the cake up tightly starting from one of the short ends to form a log shape. Once rolled, wrap it tightly in parchment and chill in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes to help it set.
- Slice & serve: After chilling, use a sharp knife to cut the roll into 1-inch thick pieces. Arrange the slices on a serving platter, optionally drizzle with white chocolate, add extra whipped cream, and garnish with fresh mint leaves for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Use a sharp serrated knife for clean slices to prevent the roll from squashing.
- Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Chilling the roll is important to help it hold its shape when sliced and served.
- White chocolate drizzle can be melted chocolate or store-bought sauce for added sweetness and decoration.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the sponge cake is gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
