Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Dessert Sushi – A Fun, No-Bake Treat!

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Turn classic strawberry shortcake into adorable, rollable dessert sushi! These playful no-bake bites feature a sweet cheesecake filling, fresh strawberries, and fluffy cake “rice,” all wrapped up in a soft fruit leather or crepe. Perfect for parties, kids’ snacks, or a whimsical dessert!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ No-Bake & Easy – Ready in 20 minutes
✅ Kid-Friendly Fun – Looks like sushi, tastes like dessert!
✅ Customizable – Swap fruits, cake flavors, or fillings
✅ Great for Parties – A unique, eye-catching treat

Ingredients

For the “Rice” Layer:

  • 1 cup vanilla or angel food cake, finely crumbled
  • 2 tbsp whipped cream or cream cheese (to bind)
  • 1 tsp sugar (optional)

For the Filling:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup diced strawberries
  • 2 tbsp whipped cream

For the Wrapper:

  • Fruit leather (strawberry or mango) OR thin crepes
  • Melted white chocolate (for “drizzles,” optional)

For Garnish:

  • Powdered sugar
  • Extra strawberry slices

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prep the “Sushi Rice”

  1. In a bowl, mix cake crumbs, whipped cream/cream cheese, and sugar until it holds together like sticky rice.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

  1. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Fold in diced strawberries and whipped cream.

Step 3: Assemble the Rolls

  1. Lay out fruit leather or crepes.
  2. Spread a thin layer of cake “rice,” then add a line of cheesecake filling down the center.
  3. Roll tightly (like sushi) and slice into 1-inch pieces.

Step 4: Decorate & Serve!

  • Drizzle with melted white chocolate (for “soy sauce” effect).
  • Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with strawberry slices.

Tips for the Best Dessert Sushi

🔹 Easier Rolling? Chill filling for 10 mins first.
🔹 No Fruit Leather? Use thinly sliced pound cake as a wrapper.
🔹 Make Ahead – Store rolls in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve on a sushi platter with chopsticks for fun!
  • Pair with matcha tea for an Asian-inspired twist.

Final Thoughts

These Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Dessert Sushi Rolls are as fun to make as they are to eat—sweet, creamy, and perfect for impressing guests!

Roll, slice, and enjoy! 🍓🍣✨

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