Description
Deliciously soft rolls filled with creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk, lukewarm
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup (100g) packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons whole milk, as needed for consistency
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining lukewarm milk and yeast; let sit until frothy.
- Mix the dough by combining flour, sugar, salt, and adding the yeast mixture, butter, egg, and vanilla.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Blend the cream cheese for the cheesecake filling until smooth.
- Add sugar, vanilla, flour, and sour cream; mix until fully combined.
- Make the cinnamon sugar mixture by combining brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Prepare the butter until softened.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, approximately 16 by 12 inches.
- Spread the softened butter over the dough.
- Add the cheesecake mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the cheesecake layer.
- Roll the dough tightly and seal the seams.
- Cut the roll into 12 equal pieces and place in a greased baking dish.
- Let the rolls rise for 30-45 minutes until puffed.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool for 10 minutes before icing.
- Mix the icing ingredients and adjust with milk for consistency.
- Drizzle the icing over warm rolls and top with sliced strawberries.
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature and allow dough to rise fully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American