Description
A delightful dessert combining fluffy sponge cake, creamy cheesecake filling, and a luscious strawberry glaze, topped with a buttery crumble. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
For the Sponge Cake:
4 large eggs (room temperature)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract (optional)
Pink food coloring (optional)
For the Cheesecake Filling:
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
For the Strawberry Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract
Pink food coloring (optional)
For the Crumble Topping:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
1/4 cup crushed shortbread cookies (optional)
For Garnishing:
Fresh strawberries (sliced)
Powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Sponge Cake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and grease it lightly.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract on high speed for 3-4 minutes until pale and fluffy.
- Sift in flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold until combined.
- Add milk, oil, and strawberry extract. Fold carefully, adding pink food coloring if desired.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
- While baking, lay a clean kitchen towel and dust it with powdered sugar.
2. Roll the Cake:
- Once baked, immediately invert the cake onto the towel and peel off the parchment paper.
- Roll the cake (with the towel) from the short end into a log. Let cool for 30-40 minutes.
3. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
- Chill the filling for 15 minutes before using.
4. Assemble the Cake Roll:
- Unroll the cooled cake and spread the cheesecake filling evenly.
- Roll it back up tightly without the towel and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
5. Prepare the Crumble Topping:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix flour, sugar, and melted butter until crumbly. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway. Let cool.
6. Make the Strawberry Glaze:
- Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and strawberry extract until smooth.
- Adjust consistency with more powdered sugar (to thicken) or milk (to thin).
- Add pink food coloring if desired.
7. Decorate & Serve:
- Drizzle glaze over the chilled roll.
- Sprinkle crumble topping and garnish with fresh strawberry slices.
- Slice and serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chilling Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert