These Strawberry Cheesecake Sweet Rolls combine the best of two beloved desserts—cheesecake and cinnamon rolls. Soft, fluffy dough filled with sweet strawberries and creamy cheesecake make these rolls irresistible. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet dessert, these rolls are topped with a vanilla glaze that adds the perfect finishing touch. Whether you’re serving them for a special occasion or just a cozy weekend treat, these Strawberry Cheesecake Sweet Rolls are sure to delight.
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg, room temperature
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, diced
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
- In a small bowl, mix the yeast into the warm milk and allow it to rest for approximately 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg, then stir until a soft dough is formed.
- Transfer the dough to a floured countertop and knead for about 5 to 7 minutes until it achieves a smooth and elastic texture.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
2. Make the Strawberry Filling:
- In a tiny saucepan, mix together the chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and becomes jam-like, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
3. Make the Cream Cheese Filling:
- In a medium-sized bowl, whip together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4. Assemble the Sweet Rolls:
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle (about 12×16 inches).
- Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the dough, making sure to leave a small border around the edges.
- Spread the cooled strawberry filling on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Beginning at the longer side, gently roll the dough into a compact log. Slice the log into 12 equal portions.
5. Bake the Rolls:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, cover them, and allow them to rise for an additional 30 minutes.
- Bake the rolls in the heated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
6. Make the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, whisking until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
7. Glaze and Serve:
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls. Serve immediately and enjoy the sweet, creamy, and fruity goodness!
Conclusion:
These Strawberry Cheesecake Sweet Rolls are the perfect indulgence, combining the tart sweetness of strawberries with creamy cheesecake filling and soft, fluffy dough. The light vanilla glaze adds just the right amount of sweetness to finish off this treat. Whether you’re serving them for a special brunch or enjoying them as a dessert, these rolls are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth!
Strawberry Cheesecake Sweet Rolls
Soft and fluffy sweet rolls filled with a richcream cheese filling and sweet strawberry compote, topped with a vanilla glaze.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk 110°F/45°C
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 egg room temperature
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries diced
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- In a small bowl, mix the yeast into the warm milk and allow it to rest for approximately 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg, then stir until a soft dough is formed.
- Transfer the dough to a floured countertop and knead for about 5 to 7 minutes until it achieves a smooth and elastic texture.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Make the Strawberry Filling:
- In a tiny saucepan, mix together the chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and becomes jam-like, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
Make the Cream Cheese Filling:
- In a medium-sized bowl, whip together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Assemble the Sweet Rolls:
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle (about 12×16 inches).
- Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the dough, making sure to leave a small border around the edges.
- Spread the cooled strawberry filling on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Beginning at the longer side, gently roll the dough into a compact log. Slice the log into 12 equal portions.
Bake the Rolls:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, cover them, and allow them to rise for an additional 30 minutes.
- Bake the rolls in the heated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
Make the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, whisking until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
Glaze and Serve:
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls. Serve immediately and enjoy the sweet, creamy, and fruity goodness!