Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls (Printable)
Soft rolls swirled with creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberry filling for a decadent twist on classic strawberry shortcake.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
04 - 1/2 tsp salt
05 - 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
06 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1 large egg
→ Cheesecake Filling
08 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
09 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Strawberry Layer
11 - 1 1/2 cups diced fresh strawberries
12 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
13 - 2 tsp cornstarch
14 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
→ Glaze
15 - 1 cup powdered sugar
16 - 2 tbsp milk
17 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
# How to Make It:
01 - Whisk warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Add melted butter, egg, and salt. Gradually mix in flour until a soft dough forms. Knead by hand or with dough hook for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
02 - Combine strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and jammy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
03 - Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Punch down risen dough and roll out on a floured surface to a 16x12 inch rectangle. Spread cheesecake filling evenly over dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Spread cooled strawberry mixture on top of cheesecake layer. Roll up tightly from the longer side to form a log. Slice into 12 equal pieces using a sharp knife.
05 - Arrange rolls, cut side up, in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 30 minutes until puffy.
06 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 22-25 minutes until lightly golden and cooked through. Remove from oven and cool slightly in the dish.
07 - Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle glaze over warm rolls before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The combination of creamy cheesecake and sweet strawberry jam creates layers of flavor that make every bite feel like a special occasion dessert
- These rolls strike the perfect balance between indulgent and comforting, transforming familiar flavors into something that feels new and exciting
02 -
- The strawberry mixture MUST cool completely before spreading or the heat will melt your butter layers and make the rolls difficult to slice cleanly
- Letting the dough rise in a warm, draft-free spot makes all the difference between dense and pillowy rolls
03 -
- Brush the baked rolls with a little melted butter right after they come out of the oven for an extra soft, golden top
- If your strawberries are not very sweet, add an extra tablespoon of sugar to the filling mixture