SHORTCRUST ROLL WITH CREAM AND STRAWBERRIES, a fresh and delicious dessert perfect for spring and summer. The soft shortcrust pastry base and the fragrant custard perfectly complement the fresh, sweetened strawberries.
The custard is one of the main ingredients of the shortcrust roll. This sweet and velvety cream is spread over the shortcrust pastry to give the dessert a rich and inviting flavor. Furthermore, the custard also gives the roll the right texture, making it soft and creamy to the palate.
If you’re looking for a dessert for breakfast or a snack, the shortcrust roll with cream and strawberries is perfect, it melts in your mouth, a dessert that everyone usually loves, and of course, if you don’t like strawberries, other seasonal fruits are also great.
Follow me in the kitchen today there’s the shortcrust roll with cream and strawberries.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Rest time: 30 Minutes
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 6
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup custard
- 1/2 cup strawberries
Steps
Prepare the shortcrust pastry by hand or with a food processor, pour the flour into a bowl, add the sugar, the butter in pieces, and the egg, and quickly mix the ingredients.
Make a ball and let it rest wrapped in plastic wrap for 30 minutes.
Prepare the custard following the recipe HERE, then cover with cling film and let it cool.
After the resting time, take the pastry out of the fridge and roll it out on the work surface, fill it with the cream and chopped strawberries, then roll it up and place it on the baking sheet.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 25 minutes.
Bon appétit
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USEFUL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Can I use other fruits instead of strawberries? Yes, you can replace strawberries with other seasonal fruits, such as peaches or cherries.
How do I know if the shortcrust pastry is ready? The shortcrust pastry should be soft and easily workable. You can test it by gently pressing it with your fingers: if it deforms but does not break, it is ready.
Can I use ready-made custard? Yes, you can use ready-made custard, but I recommend making it at home for a more authentic flavor.
Can I freeze the shortcrust roll? Yes, you can freeze the roll wrapped in plastic wrap for up to a month. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Can I use puff pastry instead of shortcrust pastry? Yes, you can use puff pastry instead of shortcrust pastry, but the flavor and texture of the dessert will be different.
Shortcrust Roll with Cream and Strawberries
Discover how to prepare the delicious shortcrust roll with custard and strawberries, perfect for summer. An easy and quick recipe for a fresh and irresistible dessert.
