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Strawberry Sweet Rolls

Homemade Strawberry Sweet Rolls for a Cozy Breakfast Treat

These Strawberry Sweet Rolls are a delightful breakfast treat, perfect for cozy mornings and special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup warm milk lukewarm to the touch
  • 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast check expiration date
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar can be swapped with coconut sugar
  • 0.33 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 3-4 cups all-purpose flour accurate measurements are key
Filling Ingredients
  • 8 ounces cream cheese mascarpone can be used
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar for the filling
  • 1.25 cups fresh strawberries ripe and fresh, diced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch to thicken the filling
  • 2 tablespoons strawberry jam intensifies berry flavor
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for the glaze
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk to achieve desired thickness
Topping Ingredients
  • additional strawberries for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • knife
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and active dry yeast. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix in granulated sugar, melted unsalted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt.
  3. Gradually add all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Dough Kneading
  1. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. Shape the dough into a ball and place it into a greased bowl. Cover with a kitchen towel.
First Rise
  1. Allow the covered dough to rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 1 hour.
Filling Preparation
  1. In a bowl, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. In another bowl, mix diced strawberries with cornstarch and strawberry jam.
Roll Assembly
  1. Once the dough has risen, roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Spread cream cheese mixture over the dough, followed by the strawberry filling.
  3. Roll the dough tightly from one long edge and cut into 12 equal pieces.
Second Rise
  1. Arrange cut rolls in a greased baking pan and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Glazing and Serving
  1. Allow rolls to cool slightly for 10 minutes. Whisk powdered sugar and milk for the glaze.
  2. Drizzle glaze over warm rolls and top with additional strawberry slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh and warm. Perfect for lazy weekends and special occasions.

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