Name: Homemade Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 2 h 37 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 large eggs; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup whole milk; 1/2 cup strawberries, finely chopped; 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup golden Oreos, crushed; 2 tablespoons strawberry gelatin powder; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; Fresh strawberries, sliced; Whipped cream; Strawberry sauce, for drizzling

Ingredients

4 large eggs

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (divided)

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup whole milk

1/2 cup strawberries, finely chopped

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 cup heavy whipping cream

1 cup golden Oreos, crushed

2 tablespoons strawberry gelatin powder

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Fresh strawberries, sliced (for garnish)

Whipped cream (for garnish)

Strawberry sauce, for drizzling

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: In a large bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until thick and pale. Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Step 3: Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt over the egg mixture. Gently fold the dry ingredients in until just combined, then stir in the whole milk and fold in the finely chopped strawberries.

Step 4: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.

Step 5: While the cake is still warm, carefully roll it into a log using the parchment paper. Allow it to cool completely in this rolled shape to prevent cracking.

Step 6: For the cheesecake filling, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and remaining vanilla extract until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.

Step 7: Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture gently until fully combined.

Step 8: Unroll the cooled cake carefully. Spread an even layer of the cheesecake filling over the surface, then re-roll the cake gently without pressing too hard.

Step 9: Wrap the cake roll tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.

Step 10: To make the strawberry shortcake crumble, mix the crushed golden Oreos, strawberry gelatin powder, and melted butter until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.

Step 11: Once chilled, coat the outside of the cake roll with a thin layer of cheesecake filling. Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the surface.

Step 12: Garnish with fresh sliced strawberries, whipped cream, and a drizzle of strawberry sauce. Slice and serve.

Tips & Variations

Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture in the cake and garnish.

Golden Oreos add a nice buttery crunch, but you can substitute with graham cracker crumbs if preferred.

Chill the cake roll well to make slicing easier and to help the cheesecake filling set perfectly.

For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice or zest to the cheesecake filling.

FAQs

Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh?

Fresh strawberries are best for texture and flavor, but if you use frozen, drain them well and pat dry before adding to the batter to avoid excess moisture.

How do I prevent the cake from cracking when rolling?

Rolling the cake while it is still warm and flexible helps prevent cracking. Also, cooling the cake in its rolled shape will help it maintain form when unrolled and filled.