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Strawberry Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting and Heavy Cream Drizzle Recipe

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Deliciously soft and fluffy strawberry rolls featuring a cream cheese and strawberry jam filling, topped with a luscious cream cheese and strawberry frosting. These sweet rolls combine the tender texture of yeast dough with the fresh flavor of diced strawberries, making them perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 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, just barely or softened)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (divided)

Filling

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

Topping and Baking

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

Frosting

  • 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 the yeast: Pour the warm milk into the bowl of a stand mixer and sprinkle the instant dry yeast on top. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes until the yeast begins to activate and foam slightly.
  2. Add wet ingredients: Add the eggs, melted butter, salt, and sugar to the milk and yeast mixture. Mix gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
  3. Add initial flour and rest: Add 4 cups of the all-purpose flour to the mixer bowl. Use the beater blade to combine ingredients just until incorporated, then rest the mixture for 5 minutes to allow the flour to absorb the liquids.
  4. Knead the dough: Remove the beater blade and attach the dough hook. Knead the dough on medium speed, gradually adding up to 1/2 cup more flour if needed, for 5-7 minutes until the dough is elastic and smooth but still tacky and sticking slightly to the bowl. Avoid adding too much flour.
  5. First rise: Spray a large bowl with cooking spray. Transfer the dough into it using a rubber spatula. Cover with a towel or plastic wrap and place the bowl in a warm spot (such as inside a turned-off oven that has been briefly warmed to lowest setting) to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  6. Prepare filling: In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the cream cheese and strawberry jam until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  7. Roll out dough: Lightly flour a pastry mat and turn the dough out onto it. Sprinkle flour over the top of the dough and flour the rolling pin. Roll the dough into roughly a 24 by 15 inch rectangle.
  8. Assemble rolls: Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the dough rectangle using a rubber spatula. Sprinkle the diced strawberries evenly over the filling.
  9. Roll and cut: Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a jelly roll shape. Cut the roll into 12 equal slices and place them spaced evenly in a greased 10×15 inch baking pan.
  10. Second rise: Cover the pan and allow the rolls to rise in a warm place until nearly doubled, about 20 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350°F during this time.
  11. Prepare for baking: Warm the heavy cream until it is just warm to the touch but not hot. Once the rolls have risen, pour the warm cream evenly over the top, letting it soak around and into the rolls.
  12. Bake: Bake the rolls at 350°F for approximately 25 minutes until they are lightly golden and cooked through. Check at 20 minutes to prevent over-browning; cover with foil if needed to avoid excessive color. Baking time may vary depending on pan and roll size.
  13. Prepare frosting: While the rolls cool, combine powdered sugar, salt, vanilla extract, softened cream cheese, and diced strawberries in a large bowl. Use a hand mixer to blend. Initially, the frosting may seem loose but continue mixing on low speed or let it sit to allow strawberry juices to thicken the glaze. If still too thin after a few minutes, add 1 tablespoon heavy cream.
  14. Frost the rolls: Spread the cream cheese and strawberry frosting evenly over the cooled rolls. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Yeast activation is key – ensure milk is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Dough should remain slightly sticky; avoid adding too much flour during kneading to maintain softness.
  • Rising times may vary depending on ambient temperature; adjust accordingly.
  • If rolls brown too quickly in the oven, cover loosely with foil to prevent burning while finishing baking.
  • Using fresh diced strawberries in the frosting adds natural sweetness and texture, but can be omitted if desired.
  • This recipe works best with room temperature eggs and cream cheese for even mixing and smooth texture.

Keywords: strawberry rolls, cream cheese rolls, yeast rolls, strawberry jam rolls, sweet rolls, baked rolls, breakfast rolls, dessert rolls

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