Strawberry Cream Cheese Rolls are a delightful, tender pastry filled with a creamy, sweet-tart mixture of cream cheese and fresh strawberries. These rolls are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, with a light, fluffy dough that wraps around the luscious filling. The combination of the rich cream cheese and the vibrant, juicy strawberries creates a heavenly bite that’s not overly sweet, making it ideal for any time of the day. If you’re looking for a treat that’s both comforting and refreshing, you’ve come to the right place.
These rolls are perfect for springtime or any time you want a taste of something fresh and indulgent. Not a fan of strawberries? Don’t worry, you can easily swap them out for your favorite berries or even a dollop of fruit preserves—the results will be equally delicious!
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Rolling pin
- Baking dish
- Knife or dough cutter
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the melted butter, eggs, and the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
- Assemble the Rolls:
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle (about 12×18 inches). Spread the cream cheese and strawberry mixture evenly over the dough. Starting from the long side, roll the dough tightly into a log.
- Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place them cut-side up in a greased baking dish. Cover the dish and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake the Rolls:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Allow them to cool slightly while you prepare the glaze.
- Make the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls before serving.
Prep Time:
30 minutes
Cook Time:
30 minutes
Total Time:
2 hours (including rising time)
Nutrition (per serving, based on 12 rolls):
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
- Sodium: 210mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 45g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 23g
- Protein: 6g
These Strawberry Cream Cheese Rolls are a delightful way to start your day or to enjoy as a sweet treat any time. The combination of the soft, pillowy dough with the creamy, fruity filling is simply irresistible. Whether you’re serving them for a special brunch or just treating yourself to a cozy morning, these rolls are sure to bring a smile to your face!
Strawberry Cream Cheese Rolls
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Rolling Pin
- Baking dish
- Knife or dough cutter
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk 110°F
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries diced
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the melted butter, eggs, and the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
- Assemble the Rolls:
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle (about 12x18 inches). Spread the cream cheese and strawberry mixture evenly over the dough. Starting from the long side, roll the dough tightly into a log.
- Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place them cut-side up in a greased baking dish. Cover the dish and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake the Rolls:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Allow them to cool slightly while you prepare the glaze.
- Make the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls before serving.
- Prep Time:
- 30 minutes
- Cook Time:
- 30 minutes
- Total Time:
- 2 hours (including rising time)
- Nutrition (per serving, based on 12 rolls):
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
- Sodium: 210mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 45g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 23g
- Protein: 6g
- These Strawberry Cream Cheese Rolls are a delightful way to start your day or to enjoy as a sweet treat any time. The combination of the soft, pillowy dough with the creamy, fruity filling is simply irresistible. Whether you’re serving them for a special brunch or just treating yourself to a cozy morning, these rolls are sure to bring a smile to your face!
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