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Strawberry Cream Cheese Rolls with Fresh Strawberries and Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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4.9 from 51 reviews
  • Author: Rafael
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious, soft Strawberry Rolls featuring a creamy strawberry and cream cheese filling rolled into a tender dough, topped with a luscious strawberry cream cheese frosting. These sweet rolls are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, combining fresh strawberries with a smooth filling and rich glaze.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm 2% milk (about 115°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant dry yeast (Red Star Platinum Baking Yeast recommended)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup salted butter (melted, or softened, not hot)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (divided)

Filling Ingredients

  • 6 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup strawberry jam
  • 2 cups diced strawberries

Topping Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (warmed, for pouring over risen rolls)

Frosting Ingredients

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (or almond extract)
  • 2 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup diced strawberries

Instructions

  1. Activate yeast: Pour the warm 2% milk into the bowl of a stand mixer and sprinkle the instant dry yeast over the top. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes to activate and become frothy.
  2. Combine wet ingredients: Add the two room-temperature eggs, melted (but not hot) salted butter, salt, and granulated sugar to the yeast mixture. Mix gently to combine.
  3. Add flour and rest: Stir in 4 cups of the all-purpose flour using the beater blade until the ingredients are barely combined. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes so the flour absorbs the liquid.
  4. Knead the dough: Replace the beater blade with the dough hook. Knead on medium speed for 5-7 minutes, gradually adding up to 1/2 cup additional flour as needed, until the dough becomes elastic, smooth, and slightly tacky without being too sticky.
  5. First rise: Spray a large bowl with cooking spray, transfer the dough into it, and cover with a towel or plastic wrap. Place in a warm spot (like a warmed but off oven) and let it rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes. Avoid over-proofing to keep rolls tender.
  6. Prepare filling: While the dough rises, beat 6 ounces cream cheese with 1/3 cup strawberry jam in a medium bowl using a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  7. Roll out dough: Lightly flour a pastry mat and rolling pin. Turn the risen dough onto the floured surface, sprinkle with flour on top, and roll into approximately a 24×15 inch rectangle.
  8. Add filling: Spread the cream cheese and jam mixture evenly over the dough rectangle. Sprinkle 2 cups diced strawberries evenly on top.
  9. Shape rolls: Starting at the long edge, roll the dough tightly like a jelly roll. Cut into 12 equal slices and place them in a greased 10×15 inch baking pan.
  10. Second rise: Cover the pan and let the rolls rise for 20 minutes or until nearly doubled. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F.
  11. Prepare heavy cream: Warm 1/2 cup heavy cream until it’s just warm to the touch, not hot. Once the rolls have risen, pour the cream over the top, allowing it to soak in around the rolls.
  12. Bake: Bake the rolls for about 25 minutes, or until lightly golden brown and cooked through in the center. Start checking at 20 minutes. If browning too quickly, tent loosely with foil for the remainder of baking.
  13. Make frosting: While rolls cool, combine 2 cups powdered sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 ounces softened cream cheese, and 1/2 cup diced strawberries in a large bowl. Beat with a hand mixer until the frosting becomes creamy and spreadable. If needed, let sit a minute or add 1 tablespoon heavy cream to adjust consistency.
  14. Frost rolls: Spread the cream cheese strawberry frosting evenly over the cooled rolls and serve.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better dough consistency.
  • Do not add too much flour during kneading; dough should remain slightly tacky.
  • Let the heavy cream be warm, not hot, when pouring over the rolls to avoid melting the filling prematurely.
  • Cover rolls with foil if they brown too quickly in the oven.
  • The size of the dough rectangle can vary slightly; the number of rolls and baking times might adjust accordingly.
  • The frosting will thin as the diced strawberries release juice—do not add liquid too soon.
  • These rolls are best served the same day for freshness but can be stored covered in the refrigerator.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast / Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Strawberry rolls, cream cheese strawberry rolls, sweet rolls, strawberry cream cheese filling, breakfast rolls, strawberry jam rolls

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