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Who doesn’t love a classy Strawberry Cheesecake roll? Well, imagine one with an original twist that will get your taste buds dancing and would be the perfect cake for special occasions.

Now, imagine your friends and family clambering to get the recipe from you! All great feelings, right? LOL! That’s how I felt when I first made this special roll cake and it has gotten so many rave reviews from loved ones and followers on my Insta page, I just had to share it with you all!


Sweet and Fluffy

A wooden plate serving Strawberry Cheesecake Roll decorated with sprinkle of powder sugar, slices of strawberry and black berries
Take advantage of the strawberry season.

Different versions of Strawberry Swiss Roll Cake

You’ve probably heard this type of cake called many different things. Perhaps, the most popular Yule Log, traditionally a Christmas dessert, is one what would easily come to mind.

A favorite when I was growing up were Little Debbie chocolate Swiss roll cakes covered in a thicker solid fudge coating with yummy, super sugar cream filling. Yum!

Very commonly called a swiss roll cake, we automatically know that it is a cake that is rolled with cream filling separating its rolled layers. Also, famously known as jelly rolls since many of these types of rolled cakes have some kind of jelly filling along with the cream.

Some variations include a Bavarian cream and chocolate Swiss roll cake, chocolate cream and chocolate cake swill roll, cinnamon roll cakes, lemon swiss roll, pumpkin roll cake, a tiramisu roll cake, and even a carrot Swiss roll cake.

That’s the great thing about this type of cake, you can take your favorite flavor combos and come up with something really yummy.

My Strawberry Cheesecake Roll recipe is a sweet treat so enjoyable because the cheesecake filling is so light and the sponge roll is so fluffy. Combined with delicious fresh strawberries on top and a strawberry filling and it’s cake heaven!

Whatever you prefer to call it, this cake is amazing and a lot easier to make than you might think. It’s often associated with more advanced cake-making techniques.

Though it is a sensitive cake to make, it’s by no means an impossible or difficult feat. Give it a try and always remember, practice makes perfect!


Why Make this Specific Strawberry Roll Cake Recipe?

Other than the fact that it’s perfectly fluffy and absolutely divine in taste? Well, it’s a more full-proof recipe to follow. Remember earlier when I mentioned that swiss roll cakes are generally thought to be more difficult?

That’s because they require a certain texture and technique so that they don’t break or crumble when you’re actually rolling them.

This recipe offers you just that! A sure way to make this type of cake without a disastrous ending.

Plus, you more than likely already have the ingredients available to you in your kitchen right now!


The Best Homemade Treat

Strawberry Cheesecake Roll stuffed with strawberry jam and cream with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and a slice of strawberry
Fill the decorator’s bag with the remaining whipped cream to garnish the cake roll.

Tips to Remember

  • watch the oven closely when cooking the cake because overcooking will make the cake impossible to roll
  • roll when cake is still warm, waiting too long will cause it to crumble or crack
  • use parchment paper to get an easier peel when removing your cake or cook on a good silicone mat.
  • wrap the fluffy cake with a towel or in parchment paper while rolling and let it sit for a while, then unroll and that will make it easier for you to roll it back after putting in the filling and prevents any kind of cracking
  • if rolling in parchment paper, dust the paper with a little bit of powdered sugar to make for an easier rolling process
  • Run a sharp knife around the edges of the cake to easily remove it from the cake pan.
  • You can separate the egg yolks from the egg whites, the beat the egg whites in a separate bowl for lighter cake.
  • be careful not to overstuff with the filling or it will overflow or cause cracking in your cake
  • if your cake cracks a little, don’t sweat it you can cover cracks with fruit, powdered sugar, icing, or even a ganache
  • You can add a few drops of red food coloring in the cream cheese filling if you don’t want it to be white.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a hand mixer or a stand mixer?

Both can be used. But you must fit the stand mixer with a whisk attachment instead of the paddle attachment.

Can we use reduced-fat cream cheese in this recipe?

Yes, absolutely if you that is what you prefer.

How can we use the filling leftovers?

If you get strawberry cheesecake filling leftovers then you can either fill them in an egg roll wrappers or crescent rolls. Where you can fry the egg rolls and bake the crescent rolls.

Is it possible to add corn starch to the recipe?

You can sift corn starch along with wheat flour. Corn starch makes the texture of the cake extra-fluffy.

Can we substitute heavy cream with whipped topping?

Yes it is possible.

Can cream cheese frosting be frozen?

Place the cream leftovers in an air tight container or quart-sized Ziploc. The cream can stay for up to 3 months.


A Touch of Creativity

It’s always a wonderful feeling to replicate a recipe perfectly. But, it’s an even better feeling when you can add your own touches of creativity.

Sure my recipe calls for strawberries, but maybe you have fresh berries on hand. Switch it up! Don’t like cheesecake, make a meringue cream or butter cream filling. It’s your cake, your taste buds, do what YOU want!


The Ingredients Needed to Make this Fluffy Strawberry Cheesecake Roll

  • all purpose flour
  •  baking powder
  •  salt
  •  egg
  •  sugar
  •  vanilla extract
  • vegetable oil
  • strawberry jam room temperature
  • powder sugar

Cream Cheese mixture

  • cream cheese room temperature
  • heavy whipping cream
  • vanilla extract

(scroll down for more details in the printable recipe card)


Instructions to Make the Most Delicious Dessert

Cheesecake Filling

Easy Steps– In a bowl, beat cream cheese and vanilla. In another large bowl whip the cream with an electric handheld mixer on medium speed until it forms into cream, or until stiff peaks form. Fold in the cream together with the cream cheese.

The Cake Roll

These are the steps to make this fancy strawberry cheesecake cake roll!

  1. First, in a preheated oven to 350F. line with parchment paper and spray a 12X16 inch baking tray, jelly roll pan, or cookie sheet with cooking spray.
  2. In a small bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside. 
  3. In a medium bowl add in the eggs, regular sugar and vanilla extract. Beat the egg mixture with an electric hand mixer on high speed until foamy. Add in the oil and blend. Gradually add flour mixture.
  4. Pour the cake batter into the prepared sheet cake pan and spread an even layer into the corners using the back of a silicone spatula. Make sure to tap the pan on the counter or table a couple of times to release air bubbles.
  5. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the top of the cake gets golden brown. Take a kitchen towel then generously sprinkle the top of a tea towel with powdered sugar. This helps the cake not stick to the towel.
  6. Flip the cake over into the towel. Remove the parchment paper and dust this side of the cake with powdered sugar.
  7. Gently roll the cake up. You will have to do it while it’s hot otherwise it cracks. Set aside, and allow to cool completely. Unroll the cake and spread the strawberry filling (room temperature) evenly over the length of the top of the cake roll.
  8. Spread the cream cheese icing on top of the strawberry filling with an offset spatula. Roll the cake back up. Wrap it in a plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving and decorate with fresh strawberries.


5 from 6 votes

Strawberry Cheesecake Roll

By: Lama
This decadent cake roll is made with a simple base cake recipe and rolled with strawberry jam and a cheesecake filling! So delicious, fluffy and easy to make this rolled cake will definitely impress your guests!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 8 slices

Ingredients 

  • ¾ cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 egg
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • ½ cup strawberry jam , room temperature
  • powder sugar

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese , room temperature
  • 1 cup heavy whipping
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions 

🍓Cream Cheese Filling:

  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese and vanilla. In another bowl whip the cream with an electric mixer until it forms into cream, peaks. Fold in the cream together with the cream cheese.

Cake

  • Preheat oven to the ideal temperature 350F. Line with parchment paper and spray a 12X16 inch baking tray.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside. 
  • In a medium bowl add in the eggs, sugar and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer until foamy. Add in the oil and blend. Gradually add flour mixture.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking tray and spread evenly into the corners using the back of a spatula.
  • Bake for 13-15 minutes or until done. Take a kitchen towel and generously sprinkle with powdered sugar. This helps the cake not stick to the towel.
  • Flip the cake over into the towel. Remove the parchment paper and dust this side of the cake with powdered sugar.
  • Gently roll the cake up. You will have to do it while it's hot otherwise it cracks. Set aside, and allow to cool completely. Unroll the cake and spread the strawberry filling (room temperature) evenly over the cake.
  • Spread the cream cheese filling on top of the strawberry filling. Roll the cake back up. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving and decorate with fresh strawberries.

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Nutrition

Calories: 440kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 334mg | Potassium: 127mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 937IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 1mg
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I'm Lama, welcome to my blog where you will find simple and diverse recipes your entire family will enjoy. I am honored to connect with you through the recipes I prepare!

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  1. 5 stars
    Just made this recipe and it was absolutely scrumptious!! Directions were perfectly written, and the cake didn’t crack(it usually did when i used to nake swiss rolls)! It was just Perfect! Definitely will be making this often and will try some different cream flavors.