Description

This creative and adorable Strawberry Shortcake Sushi Roll is a delightful dessert that combines the flavors of classic strawberry shortcake in a fun sushi-inspired presentation. A soft sponge cake is spread with strawberry preserves and a creamy filling of cream cheese and whipped cream, then rolled with fresh diced strawberries inside. Perfect for parties, special occasions, or a charming sweet treat.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Cake Roll

1 sponge cake sheet (approx. 10×15 inches, homemade or store-bought)

For the Cream Cheese 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

For the Filling and Garnish

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: Lay the cooled sponge cake flat on a piece of parchment paper or a rolling mat to make it easy to roll later without sticking.
Make the Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped cream, mixing until well combined and fluffy.
Assemble the Roll: Evenly spread the strawberry preserves over the entire surface of the sponge cake. Next, gently spread the cream cheese and whipped cream mixture on top of the preserves. Sprinkle the diced fresh strawberries evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Roll the Cake: Starting from one of the shorter ends, carefully use the parchment paper to help roll the cake firmly into a tight log. Make sure to roll slowly to avoid cracking. Once rolled, wrap tightly and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to set.
Slice and Serve: Remove the roll from the refrigerator and unwrap it. Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 1-inch pieces. Arrange the sushi-style rolls on a serving platter. Optionally, drizzle with white chocolate, add extra whipped cream dollops, and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a beautiful presentation.

Notes

Use a flexible and moist sponge cake to prevent cracking during rolling.
Chilling the roll before slicing helps maintain its shape and makes cutting easier.
Substitute cream cheese with mascarpone for a richer flavor.
Fresh strawberries should be well-dried to prevent sogginess inside the roll.
For a decorative touch, dust the finished rolls lightly with powdered sugar.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (using pre-made sponge cake or baked separately beforehand)
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: strawberry shortcake, sushi roll dessert, cream cheese filling, no-bake dessert, party dessert, fun desserts