Strawberry Cheesecake Sweet Rolls
Delightful sweet rolls filled with creamy cheesecake and luscious strawberry preserves, perfect for brunch or dessert.
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F) Fosters yeast activation
- 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast Helps the dough rise
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness
- 1 large egg Binds the dough
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened Enhances texture
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure
- 1/2 tsp salt Balances sweetness
Filling Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups strawberry preserves Packed with fruity flavor
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened For the filling
Frosting Ingredients
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened Frosting base
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened Adds smoothness
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar Sweetens frosting
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor
- 1/2 cup strawberry glaze For drizzling
Optional Topping
- Crushed graham crackers For added crunch (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, instant yeast, and granulated sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add the egg, softened butter, all-purpose flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms, then knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Cover the bowl with a towel and let dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Shaping and Baking
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a 12x18 inch rectangle.
- Spread softened cream cheese over the dough, then layer strawberry preserves evenly.
- Starting from a long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log and slice into 12 rolls.
- Place rolls in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for an additional 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Frosting and Serving
- While rolls bake, prepare frosting by beating together softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spread frosting over the warm rolls and drizzle with strawberry glaze. Optionally, sprinkle with crushed graham crackers.
- Serve rolls warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding fresh strawberries on top, or substitute strawberry preserves with raspberry or blueberry. Adding lemon zest to the frosting will enhance freshness.