Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Roll

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

3 large eggs

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup whipped cream (store-bought or homemade)

1-2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

For the Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

2-3 tablespoons milk (adjust for desired consistency)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Garnish:

Additional whipped cream

Crushed graham crackers

Fresh strawberries

Directions:

Prepare the Cake:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.

In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until thick and pale. Stir in the vanilla extract and melted butter.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, mixing until just combined.

Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cake is golden and springs back when touched.

Roll the Cake:

Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and immediately invert it onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off the parchment paper.

While the cake is still warm, roll it up tightly in the towel, starting from one short end. Let it cool completely.

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:

In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.

Gently fold in the whipped cream until smooth.

Assemble the Roll:

Once the cake has cooled, unroll it carefully. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the surface, leaving a small border.

Arrange the sliced strawberries evenly on top of the cheesecake filling.

Roll the cake back up gently, using the towel to help. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.

Prepare the Glaze:

In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more milk if necessary.

Serve:

Once set, remove the roll from the refrigerator and slice it into pieces.

Drizzle the glaze over the top and garnish with additional whipped cream, crushed graham crackers, and fresh strawberries.

Enjoy your delicious Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Roll!