Strawberry Cheesecake Rolls: A Sweet, Creamy Delight

Strawberry Cheesecake Rolls

These Strawberry Cheesecake Rolls are everything you love about classic cheesecake — rich, creamy, and sweet — all wrapped up in a soft, golden roll. Each bite bursts with luscious strawberry flavor, velvety cream cheese filling, and a touch of vanilla. Whether you’re serving them for brunch, dessert, or a sweet afternoon treat, they’re guaranteed to impress and disappear fast!

Ingredients:

For the Dough (or use pre-made crescent or pizza dough for shortcut):

• 2¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast

• ¾ cup warm milk (about 110°F)

• ¼ cup sugar

• 1 egg

• ¼ cup butter, melted

• 2½ cups all-purpose flour

• ½ tsp salt

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• ¼ cup powdered sugar

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

For the Strawberry Layer:

• ½ cup strawberry preserves or jam

• Optional: ½ cup fresh chopped strawberries

For the Glaze:

• ½ cup powdered sugar

• 1–2 tbsp milk

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Make the Dough (if not using pre-made):

• In a large bowl, mix warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

• Add sugar, egg, melted butter, flour, and salt. Mix and knead into a soft dough.

• Cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.

2. Prepare the Filling:

• Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

3. Assemble the Rolls:

• Roll out the dough into a large rectangle (about ¼ inch thick).

• Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the surface.

• Spoon the strawberry jam over the cream cheese and gently swirl (don’t fully mix).

• Roll up the dough tightly, starting from the long edge. Slice into 1–1½ inch rolls.

4. Bake:

• Place rolls in a greased or parchment-lined baking dish.

• Let rise for another 20–30 minutes.

• Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes, or until lightly golden.

5. Drizzle Glaze:

• Mix glaze ingredients until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

Tips & Variations:

• Add a pinch of lemon zest to the cream cheese filling for brightness.

• Make them ahead and warm before serving.

• Swap strawberry for raspberry, blueberry, or mixed berry jam!