Creative & Cute Strawberry Shortcake Sushi Roll Dessert Recipe
This Creative & Cute Strawberry Shortcake Sushi Roll is a delightful twist on the classic dessert, featuring a soft sponge cake rolled with a luscious cream cheese and whipped cream filling, fresh strawberries, and strawberry preserves. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a fun, elegant treat, this no-bake assembly recipe combines fruity freshness with creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
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 and Spread
- 1 ½ cups (225 g) fresh strawberries, diced
- 3 tablespoons (45 g) strawberry preserves or jam
Optional Garnish
- White chocolate drizzle
- Extra whipped cream
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Lay the cooled sponge cake sheet flat on parchment paper or a rolling mat to set the base for assembling the roll.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped cream to maintain a light and fluffy texture.
- Assemble the Roll: Spread the strawberry preserves evenly over the surface of the sponge cake first, then layer the cream cheese mixture on top. Sprinkle the diced fresh strawberries evenly over the filling.
- Roll the Cake: Starting from one short end, carefully use the parchment paper to help roll the cake into a tight log. Be gentle to avoid cracking. Once rolled, wrap the log tightly and chill it in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes to firm up.
- Slice and Serve: Remove the roll from the fridge, unwrap, and slice into sushi roll–style pieces. Optionally, garnish with a drizzle of white chocolate, extra whipped cream, and a few mint leaves before serving to add flair and freshness.
Notes
- Use a flexible, freshly baked sponge cake sheet for easier rolling without cracking.
- Chilling the roll helps maintain its shape when slicing.
- For a dairy-free alternative, substitute cream cheese and whipped cream with plant-based versions.
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge and consume within 2 days for best freshness.
Keywords: strawberry shortcake, dessert roll, cream cheese filling, no-bake dessert, strawberry dessert, sponge cake roll
