Strawberry Shortcake Sushi Roll (Printable)

Crepes rolled with sponge cake, whipped cream, and strawberries—sliced into beautiful pinwheel bites.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crepe Batter

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
05 - 1 cup whole milk
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus extra for cooking

→ Sponge Cake

07 - 3 large eggs
08 - 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - 3 tablespoons cake flour or sifted all-purpose flour
11 - Pinch fine sea salt

→ Whipped Cream Filling

12 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, well chilled
13 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Fruit

15 - 8 to 10 fresh strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced

→ Garnish

16 - Strawberry sauce or melted white chocolate, for drizzling
17 - Fresh mint leaves

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly butter the surface. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, and vanilla on high speed for 3 to 4 minutes until the mixture becomes pale, thick, and ribbon-like. Gently fold in sifted flour and salt in two additions using a silicone spatula until no streaks remain. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the top springs back when lightly touched. Cool completely on a wire rack, then remove from pan and peel off parchment paper. Slice into long, thin strips approximately 1/2 inch wide.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. In another bowl, beat eggs and milk together until combined. Pour the egg mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth, then whisk in melted butter. Allow batter to rest for 15 to 20 minutes at room temperature. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and brush lightly with melted butter. Pour 1/4 cup of batter into the skillet, immediately swirling to coat the surface evenly. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the edges begin to lift, then flip and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Transfer finished crepes to parchment-lined surfaces to cool.
03 - Place a mixing bowl and whisk in the freezer for 5 minutes to chill thoroughly. Add heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to the chilled bowl. Whisk on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, being careful not to overwhip the mixture.
04 - Lay a large sheet of plastic wrap on your work surface and place one cooled crepe on top. Spread a thin, even layer of whipped cream across the crepe surface, leaving a 1/2-inch border on one long edge. Arrange strips of sponge cake in a line approximately 1 inch from the opposite long edge, then top with a single layer of sliced strawberries. Starting at the cake-and-berry edge, use the plastic wrap to help roll the crepe into a tight log. Twist the ends of plastic wrap to seal securely and chill the wrapped roll for at least 1 hour to firm up.
05 - Unwrap the roll and place on a cutting board. Using a sharp, thin knife, slice into 1-inch sushi rounds, wiping the blade clean between each cut. Arrange sliced rolls on a serving platter. Drizzle with strawberry sauce or melted white chocolate and garnish with fresh mint leaves.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of airy sponge cake and silky whipped cream creates an incredibly light texture that still feels indulgent
  • These sushi rolls are conversation starters that disappear as quickly as you can slice them
  • You can assemble everything ahead and surprise guests with restaurant-worthy presentation
02 -
  • Letting the crepe batter rest prevents gluten from developing, which ensures the crepes stay tender and delicate
  • Room temperature ingredients incorporate more easily, especially when whisking eggs for the sponge cake
  • Chilling the assembled roll is nonnegotiable for clean slices that hold their beautiful spiral shape
03 -
  • Use a very sharp knife and wipe it clean between every single slice for the most professional presentation
  • If your crepes stick together, gently peel them apart starting from the edges
  • The sponge cake strips should be no thicker than 1/2 inch or they will create bulk in the spiral
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