Description
Sweet Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls offer a delightful fusion of flavors, combining soft, pillowy rolls with a creamy cheesecake filling and fresh strawberries. This scrumptious dessert is perfect for any occasion, transforming simple ingredients into an impressive treat that evokes nostalgic memories with every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in softened butter until crumbly.
- Pour in milk and mix gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
- Mix cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth; spread over the rolled dough. Top with sliced strawberries.
- Roll the dough tightly from one long side into a log and pinch seams to seal.
- Slice into even pieces (about 2 inches thick) and place cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in a splash of vanilla extract into the cream cheese filling. You can substitute strawberries with other berries like raspberries or blueberries for delicious variations. Ensure fresh strawberries are used for the best flavor; avoid frozen ones that can make the rolls soggy.