Description
Strawberry Shortcake Sushi is a delightful dessert roll crafted with soft cake, luscious whipped cream, and fresh strawberries. This sweet and creamy treat is not only delicious but also visually appealing when served sushi-style.
Ingredients
Pound Cake:
- 1 pound cake, store-bought or homemade
Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup whipped cream or Cool Whip
Fresh Strawberries:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely diced
Optional:
- Strawberry jam or puree for spreading
- Optional toppings: graham cracker crumbs, sprinkles, or shredded coconut
Instructions
- Slice Pound Cake: Slice pound cake lengthwise into flat, thin sheets (about 1/4” thick) using a serrated knife or cake leveler.
- Flatten Cake Sheets: On a clean surface or parchment, gently flatten each slice with a rolling pin.
- Add Whipped Cream: Spread a thin layer of whipped cream across the surface of each cake sheet.
- Fill with Strawberries: Add diced strawberries along one edge of each sheet. Optionally, drizzle jam or puree for extra flavor.
- Roll Cake: Roll up the cake sheet into a tight spiral, resembling sushi.
- Optional Coatings: Roll the outside in graham cracker crumbs, sprinkles, or coconut for added texture.
- Chill and Slice: Chill for 15–30 minutes for neater slices, then slice into 1″ rounds like sushi rolls.
- Serve: Plate and serve with toothpicks or chopsticks for a fun twist!
Notes
- Use angel food cake for a lighter, fluffier texture.
- Experiment with mango, kiwi, or bananas as alternative fruits.
- Enjoy with melted chocolate or strawberry sauce for dipping.
- Perfect for Mother’s Day brunch, birthday parties, or a creative kids’ kitchen activity!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
