Strawberry Shortcake Sushi (Printable)
Playful dessert featuring vanilla cake rolled with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, sliced into elegant sushi-style pieces.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cake Components
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1/4 cup milk
07 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Filling Components
09 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream
10 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
11 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and finely diced
→ Garnish Components
13 - 4 whole strawberries, thinly sliced
14 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease the surface.
02 - Whisk together flour, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder in a mixing bowl until evenly combined.
03 - Beat eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
04 - Spread the batter evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the cake springs back when lightly touched. Allow to cool completely.
05 - Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using an electric mixer or whisk until stiff peaks form.
06 - Gently remove the cooled cake from the pan and place on a clean work surface. Trim the edges for neatness.
07 - Spread an even layer of whipped cream over the cake surface, leaving a 1/2-inch border along one long side. Sprinkle the diced strawberries evenly over the cream.
08 - Starting from the opposite long side, tightly roll the cake using the parchment paper to guide the roll. Refrigerate for 20 minutes to set.
09 - Cut the rolled cake into 8 even pieces resembling sushi rolls. Top each piece with a strawberry slice and a sprinkle of chopped mint if desired. Serve chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The visual impact at any gathering is absolutely priceless and people will talk about it for weeks.
- It comes together faster than traditional shortcake but delivers all the same nostalgic flavors.
02 -
- The cake must cool completely or the cream will melt into a messy puddle.
- Chilling the roll before slicing is what gives you those clean, Instagram worthy edges.
03 -
- Wipe your knife clean between each slice for the neatest possible cuts.
- If you are short on time, a store bought Swiss roll cake can be unrolled and filled with fresh strawberries and cream.