Strawberry Cheesecake Sweet Rolls
Delightful sweet rolls that combine fluffy texture with creamy cheesecake and vibrant strawberry preserves, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
Dough ingredients
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F) Provides moisture and activates the yeast.
- 2.25 tsp instant yeast Key for fluffy, risen rolls.
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness.
- 1 large egg Binds ingredients and enriches dough.
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened Enhances richness and flavor.
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure.
- 1/2 tsp salt Enhances sweetness.
Filling ingredients
- 1.5 cups strawberry preserves Adds fruity flavor.
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened For the filling.
Frosting ingredients
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened Adds creaminess to the frosting.
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened For luscious texture.
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar Sweetens the frosting.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- 1/2 cup strawberry glaze To drizzle on top.
- to taste crushed graham crackers Optional for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, instant yeast, and granulated sugar. Allow this mixture to sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- Once foamy, add the egg, softened butter, flour, and salt. Mix until a soft dough starts to form.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until soft and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl; cover it and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
Forming the Rolls
- Roll the risen dough out into a 12x18 inch rectangle on a floured surface.
- Spread softened cream cheese evenly over the dough.
- Spread strawberry preserves evenly on top.
- Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log shape.
- Slice the log into 12 even rolls and place in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Cover the dish with a towel and let rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
Baking and Frosting
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while the rolls are rising.
- Bake the rolls for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.
- For the frosting, beat softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread cream cheese frosting over warm rolls.
- Drizzle strawberry glaze on top and sprinkle with crushed graham crackers, if desired.
- Serve warm.
Notes
If dough is sticky, add more flour while kneading. You can prepare these rolls a day in advance by refrigerating them after the second rise.