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Easy Strawberry Cheesecake Sweet Rolls

A warm, gooey delight combining strawberries and cream cheese in sweet roll form, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F) Semi-skimmed is recommended for softer rolls.
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar Adjust to taste based on desired sweetness.
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast Essential for dough rising.
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted Use salted butter only if not adding extra salt.
  • 1 large egg Organic eggs enhance flavor.
  • 3 ½ to 4 cups all-purpose flour Add flour gradually until the dough is manageable.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Boosts flavor.
For the Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Philadelphia is preferred for texture and flavor.
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar Used to sweeten the cream cheese filling.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for real vanilla for richer taste.
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced Use bruised strawberries for best flavor.
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large egg, beaten To achieve golden-brown tops.

Method
 

Create the Dough
  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Mix It All
  1. Add the melted butter, egg, and 3 ½ cups of flour. Mix until it starts to come together.
Knead It Right
  1. On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
Rise Up
  1. Put the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about an hour or until it doubles in size.
Roll It Out
  1. After an hour, punch the dough down and roll it out into a rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick.
Spread the Filling
  1. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the rolled-out dough, then sprinkle the strawberries on top.
Roll It Up
  1. With the long edge facing you, tightly roll the dough into a log.
Slice and Rise Again
  1. Slice the log into 1-2 inch rolls and place them in a greased baking pan. Let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
Brush and Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush the tops of the rolls with egg wash and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Icing Time
  1. While the rolls are baking, mix powdered sugar and milk to create icing. Drizzle it over warm rolls once they’re out of the oven.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g

Notes

Line the baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Consider using mascarpone cheese if cream cheese is unavailable. Enjoy fresh rolls with coffee or mimosas!
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