Strawberry Cream Cheese Rolls

Indulge your taste buds in a heavenly treat with our Cream Cheese and Strawberry Rolls. These sweet delights are a perfect combination of soft, fluffy dough, decadent cream cheese filling, and the vibrant burst of strawberries. Follow our step-by-step guide to create this irresistible dessert that will leave everyone craving for more.

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

For the Filling:

• 8 ounces soft cream cheese
• 3/4 cup powdered sugar
• 3/4 cup strawberry jam
• 1 cup chopped strawberries

For the Cake Icing:

• 1/3 cup of the reserved cream cheese blend
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 to 2 teaspoons milk
• A splash of vanilla

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

• In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Add salt, eggs, melted butter, and 1 cup of flour. Mix until smooth.
• Incorporate the remaining flour gradually, working the dough until smooth.
• Allow the dough to rest for 5 minutes.

2. Make the Cream Cheese Filling:

• Use a mixer to soften cream cheese, then add 3/4 cup powdered sugar. Beat until smooth. Reserve about 1/3 cup of the mixture.

3. Create the Strawberry Filling:

• In a separate bowl, combine strawberry jam and chopped strawberries.

4. Assemble the Rolls:

• Roll out the dough on a greased surface into a 10x15-inch square.
• Spread the reserved cream cheese mixture on the dough, followed by the strawberry filling. Pinch the edges and roll it up.
• Cut the rolled log into 12 slices and place them in a greased 9x13-inch pan. Refrigerate and cover with plastic wrap.

5. Prepare the Cake Icing:

• To the reserved cream cheese blend, add milk, vanilla, and 1/2 cup powdered sugar. Beat until smooth. Transfer the icing to a ziplock bag and refrigerate.

6. Chill and Rise:

• Refrigerate the rolls for 8 to 10 hours or overnight.
• Remove the rolls and frosting from the fridge. Let the rolls rise in a warm place until doubled in size (approximately 1 hour).

7. Bake:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the rolls for 30 to 35 minutes or until set in the middle. Cover with foil if needed to prevent excessive browning.

8. Frosting:

• Seal the bag with a cut corner and drizzle the frosting over the warm rolls.

Your Cream Cheese and Strawberry Rolls are ready to be enjoyed! The soft, fluffy texture, creamy filling, and fruity burst of strawberries make these rolls a delightful treat for any occasion. Share these luscious rolls with family and friends, and watch them savor every bite. Happy baking!