Fresh Strawberries make delicious desserts and my Strawberry Shortcake Roll is an easy and delicious recipe that will bring smiles to your summer table.
Fresh local strawberries are plentiful in your local grocery and farmers market and what better way to showcase them than in an easy delicious dessert like my Strawberry Shortcake Roll? Once you get the hang of making this light and delicious sponge cake, the skies the limit.
I have been dreaming about Strawberry Shortcake since I started seeing those plump juicy berries appear at the supermarket and just making a traditional strawberry shortcake didn’t seem to do justice to those beautiful strawberries.
Not being a trained baker, I had shied away from making any type of cake rolls most of my life, but after seeing so many of my friends making these delicious desserts, I thought I’d give it a try.
The roll itself is really not that difficult, it does have its challenges, but nothing to stop you from trying. I think the most difficult part is finding a recipe that is almost foolproof because if the cake isn’t good, you can forget about getting it to roll properly.
I went through quite a few of my cookbooks and looked online, and finally decided to place my trust on the recipe from James Peterson’s Baking. If you’ve never seen that book, I highly recommend it, especially if you need help with your baking skills like I do. It’s a great resource to have to help with all your baking needs.
Mr. Patterson gives you quite a few choices in the sponge cake section and I settled on a basic Moist Sponge Cake, that was said to have all the texture and flavor of a Genoise, without any of the dryness. I can tell you that it did not disappoint, and I plan on using this recipe for layer cakes in future, the cake was light and airy and very flavorful!
I promise you smiles at your table when you serve this OMG light and delicious strawberry shortcake roll. It’s perfect for a weekend get together or just to make a family night special.
If you enjoyed this recipe you may also like these:
- Italian Strawberry Cream Cake
- Strawberries and Cream Cake
- Individual Strawberry Shortcake
- Mascarpone Strawberry Cheesecake
Amy says
This look delicious! Nice and easy!
Quida Terry says
Your items look SO Good. I’m interested in receiving your recipes. Thank You.
Lana says
Hi, Dennis.
I tried your Strawberry Roll today, it’s sitting in the fridge overnight now, but I already can tell you that ones again, the second recipe I’ve tried from you now is in my recipe collection. I definitely will make it again.
So far whatever I try to make from your site is easy. The taste is just right, and the execution is simple. My roll does not look perfect cosmetically ))) because it’s my very first attempt to make the roll in general. The second one will look much better for sure.
It smells and tastes awesome, thanks again for sharing!
Gloria Roa Baker says
Absolutely stunning Dennis, love these strawberries !! xo
Chef Dennis Littley says
Thanks Gloria, I just love using fresh strawberries in my desserts!
Dawn says
Can you please tell me how many carbohydrates in a serving of this cake roll? It looks so good.
Chef Dennis Littley says
I’m sorry Dawn but I have no idea about the nutritional values of the cake.
JC Marc says
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE rolled cakes. I am making this Saturday. My favorite part is having to trim the ends to make it pretty, and what do you do with the end pieces? Hmmmmm . . . Thank you for sharing this delicious-looking strawberry cake roll. Strawberries and cake, my two favorites.
Tara Noland says
This looks so fantastic. I am going to add it to my Mouth Water Mondays post tomorrow and would love it if you popped over to see. Come on over to http://www.noshingwiththenolands.com Cheers, Tara
[email protected] nomad says
I’ve always been so scared of making cake rolls too, but you have inspired me to try by making it look so easy! Glad you’re feeling better and hope the rest of the summer is a bit more peaceful for you.
Emily @ Life on Food says
This is perfect. I used to make this at the bakery I worked out in Bryn Mawr, PA. It was so delicious and very popular. The last time I had a bite was way back for my graduation garden party.
Jenn and Seth (@HomeSkilletCook) says
this sounds fantastic! i’ve never tried a roll before, but i’m inspired to try now – this just sounds perfect for summer
[email protected] says
I’m going to have to try this one! Every time I have tried a roulade, it hasn’t turned out so good. I’m trying this one, especially now when the native strawberries are out. Yummy!
Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says
This is so pretty! I always get a little nervous with rolls like this.
I hope you are feeling better!
Kim Bee says
This looks amazing Dennis. I love the idea of doing it in a roll. I might have to try this with rainier cherries.
Cassandra says
Why does the combination of whipped cream and strawberries taste so Perfect? If only I wasn’t allergic to them, I’d be eating strawberries right now.
Anyone know other fruits that taste good with whipped cream? Possibly kiwi?
Chef D says
Cassandra, all the stone fruits would be great with whipped cream, peaches especially, and any of the berries (as long as your not allergic).
Peggy says
I’m always a fan of a lighter cake as opposed to a more dense one. This shortcake roll looks amazing Dennis =)
Chef D says
Thanks Peggy it was an exceptional cake!
Keeley @ My Life on a Plate says
Fluffy cake + fresh whipped cream + strawberries = heaven! I just pinned this.
ellenbcookery says
This looks scrumptious! Sorry to hear you haven’t been feeling well!
DB-The Foodie Stuntman says
I like the adaptation to the classic dessert!
Suzi says
This looks lovely, nice and moist and airy. Too complicated for me. I had enough trouble with the muffins. I ‘ll enjoy looking at yours. I did bake bread today though and it turned out rather well. Hope you are feeling better.
Chef D says
do you ever use coconut oil? I’m starting to use that in some of my recipes
Dottie says
Hi Dennis, I am new on here and saw your comment. I just ordered a gallon of Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil yesterday which I have never ever used coconut oil before but through looking at some recipes and others saying how good it is plus after a little research I decided if I was going to do this I might as well go big…..I mean a gallon plus it’s not cheap. I sure hope it is good and at least good for me! Hope to see your recipes with this ingredient. Just started following you on FB and like what I see! Thanks, Dottie
Chef D says
Hi Dottie
thanks for stopping by and for letting me know about your coconut oil, I hear so many great things about it, I can’t wait to start working with it, hopefully my order will be here in the next few days. It’s going to be all new to me using it, and I’m excited to see how I can incorporate it into my creations, although I may need to ask you for some help when I run into problems with it.
I look forward to sharing with you!
Dennis
Anita at Hungry Couple says
Wow, this looks good! I love roll cakes, especially the ones filled with lemon curd but this would have to be a close second. I’m also not the most accomplished baker and roll cakes intimidate me. This is so tempting, though, that I may have to reconsider one of these days soon. Feel better, Dennis!
Chef D says
thanks Anita! It really was easier than it sounds, give it a try, I felt the same way until just recently, now I see its not as hard as it seems!
ATasteOfMadness says
This is such a good idea! Wow, I love this so much, it looks SO good
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
I’m so sorry to hear about your virus from hell. I sure do hope you are feeling better. This cake looks divine, and I wouldn’t mind dunking my finger into that cream filling and taking a taste.
RavieNomNoms says
Oh Dennis! This is fantastic!! What a great way to change up the standard strawberry shortcake. Perhaps I could add blueberries to this and make it for the 4th!
Chef D says
i had actually thought about using raspberries and blackberries too, trying for stripes of different berries, but even just adding blueberries would liven it up!
Kristina says
YUM! This looks amazing! I’ve always been a bit intimidated by roll cakes but I really have to give it a shot, this looks incredible! Would so fun to have on the 4th next week 🙂
Chef D says
it really was easier than it looks, finding a good cake recipe is the key!
MissMessy says
Looks yum, i’m seeing a lot of strawberry shortcake recently, i’ll have to give it a go!
Dara says
Yum! I love strawberry shortcake. I applaud your ambition to make a roll. Complicated baking terrifies me.
Chef D says
it really was easier than it looks, I was surprised it came out on the first attempt, and I was even rushed when I made it.
Jen @JuanitasCocina says
I do so hope you are doing much better.
This sounds and looks divine!
Medeja says
Looks so lovely with these fresh strawberries.. 🙂
Gerry @ Foodness Gracious says
Fantastic way to deliver a shortcake, I recently made one of these and was not disappointed! Very hard to stop eating at 1 slice though 🙂
Nice job Chef..
Bibi @ Bibi's Culinary Journey says
Love this roulade….it looks gorgeous! I can’t wait to try it….I’ve made my share of rouladen in the years and still looking for the “perfect” cake 🙂
Linda in KS says
What a unique idea! Reminds me of the strawberry snack cakes we ate as kids. This must be the grown up version!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
Hope you’re feeling better, Chef! Beautiful Roulade, I love that it’s bursting with berries!
[email protected] Rockies says
I hope you are already getting better. My best wishes!
I haven’t made shortcake roll in a while. Thanks for the reminder. Yours looks wonderful!