Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Filling

01 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
04 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream

→ Strawberry layer

05 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
06 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

→ Crumb layer

07 - 1 1/2 cups crushed shortbread cookies or graham crackers
08 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

→ Base and garnish

09 - 6 large crepes or thin cake layers
10 - Powdered sugar, for dusting

# Instructions:

01 - Beat softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
02 - Whip heavy whipping cream to stiff peaks in a separate bowl, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture until combined.
03 - Toss diced fresh strawberries with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and allow to sit for 10 minutes until juices are released.
04 - Mix crushed shortbread cookies or graham crackers with melted butter in a bowl until the texture resembles wet sand.
05 - Lay a crepe flat, spread with cheesecake filling, sprinkle generously with cookie crumbs, and top with a layer of macerated strawberries. Roll up tightly from one edge into a cylinder.
06 - Wrap each assembled roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow filling to set.
07 - Remove from refrigerator, slice rolls into 1-inch pieces, arrange on a serving plate, and dust with powdered sugar just before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure the rolls are thoroughly chilled before slicing for neat presentation and easier handling.
02 - Graham crackers can be used in place of shortbread cookies for an alternative crumb layer.