Description
Soft, fluffy sweet rolls filled with a luscious strawberry cheesecake filling and topped with a creamy glaze. These rolls are the ultimate indulgence for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Perfect for any occasion where you want to impress
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
For the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced (or frozen, thawed and drained)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- Make the Dough: Add eggs, melted butter, and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Filling: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine strawberries, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Let cool. In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese and vanilla until smooth. Fold in the cooled strawberry mixture.
- Roll and Fill: Roll the dough out into a large rectangle (approximately 15×10 inches). Spread the strawberry cheesecake filling evenly over the dough. Roll up tightly from the long side and cut into 12 equal slices.
- Second Rise: Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30–40 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Glaze the Rolls: In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls.
Notes
- For a shortcut, use pre-made dough like crescent roll sheets.
- Frozen strawberries work well; just ensure they’re thawed and drained.
- Store rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg