🍓 High-Protein Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls
Soft, creamy, fruity rolls with a cheesecake filling and fresh strawberry shortcake flavor—high protein, no baking required.
Serves: 6 rolls
Prep time: 15 minutes
Chill time: 30–60 minutes (optional but best texture)
Ingredients
Cheesecake Protein Filling
- 1½ cups (360 g) Greek yogurt (thick, plain)
- 8 oz (225 g) light cream cheese, softened
- 1–2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 2–3 tbsp honey, maple syrup, or keto sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Strawberry Layer
- 1½ cups fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp sweetener (optional)
Shortcake “Crust” Rolls
- 6 large low-carb tortillas OR high-protein wraps
- 1 tbsp melted butter (optional, for brushing)
Optional Topping
- Crushed graham crackers or keto cookie crumbs
- Extra sliced strawberries
- Light whipped cream or sugar-free drizzle
Instructions
1. Prep strawberries
Mix chopped strawberries with lemon juice and sweetener. Let sit 10 minutes until juicy.
2. Make cheesecake filling
In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
Add Greek yogurt, protein powder, vanilla, and sweetener.
Mix until thick, creamy, and spreadable.
3. Assemble rolls
- Lay out tortillas.
- Spread a thick layer of cheesecake filling.
- Add a line of strawberries on one side.
- Roll tightly like a burrito.
4. Optional crisp step
Brush lightly with butter and pan-sear for 1–2 minutes per side for a “shortcake crust” vibe.
5. Chill
Refrigerate 30–60 minutes for best slicing and texture.
Approximate Nutrition (per roll)
- Calories: 180–260
- Protein: 15–22 g
- Carbs: 10–18 g (depends on wrap)
- Fat: 6–12 g
Tips
- For extra “shortcake” flavor, add crushed vanilla wafers or almond flour crumbs inside.
- Use frozen strawberries if fresh aren’t available (just thaw and drain well).
- Best eaten cold—tastes like cheesecake + strawberry shortcake hybrid dessert.