✨ A Short, Perfect Introduction
These Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls are a stunning mashup of classic shortcake and creamy cheesecake, all rolled into a soft, sweet dough. 🍓🎂 Each swirl is filled with strawberry goodness and silky cream cheese — making them a gorgeous brunch, dessert, or party treat!
📋 Prep Time: 25 minutes
❄️ Chill/Rise Time: 1 hour
⏱️ Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 12 rolls
🔥 Calories per Serving: 370 kcal
🛒 Ingredients
➤ For the Dough:
- 🧈 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 🥛 1 cup warm milk
- 🍬 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 🥚 1 egg
- 🌾 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🍞 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
➤ For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 🧀 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 🍬 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 🍓 1 tsp vanilla extract
➤ For the Strawberry Layer:
- 🍓 1 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
- 🍬 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 🍋 1 tsp lemon juice
- 🌽 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, to thicken)
➤ For the Crumb Topping:
- 🌾 1/2 cup flour
- 🍬 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 🧈 1/4 cup butter, cold and cubed
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Dough
In a large bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5 mins. Add melted butter, egg, salt, and flour. Knead for 5–7 minutes. Cover and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
2️⃣ Prepare Strawberry Layer
In a saucepan, heat strawberries 🍓, sugar 🍬, lemon juice 🍋, and cornstarch over medium heat until thickened. Let cool.
3️⃣ Make Cheesecake Filling
Beat softened cream cheese 🧀 with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
4️⃣ Roll & Fill the Dough
Roll dough into a rectangle (about 10×16″). Spread with cheesecake layer, then strawberry filling. Gently roll into a log and slice into 12 pieces.
5️⃣ Add Crumb Topping
Mix crumb topping ingredients until sandy. Sprinkle over each roll before baking.
6️⃣ Bake
Place rolls in a greased 9×13” pan. Bake at 175°C (350°F) for 22–26 minutes until golden and cooked through.
7️⃣ Optional Glaze (for shine!)
Mix 1/2 cup powdered sugar + 1–2 tbsp milk. Drizzle on warm rolls. 😍
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Sweet and tangy cream cheese + real strawberry layers 🍓
- Soft, fluffy homemade dough that melts in your mouth 🧈
- Crumb topping adds bakery-style texture ✨
- Perfect for brunch, , or spring holidays 🌸
🔥 Helpful Tips
- Use room temp cream cheese for a smooth filling
- Don’t overfill or rolls might split during baking
- Strawberries too juicy? Use freeze-dried bits or thicken with cornstarch
- Freeze unbaked rolls and bake fresh as needed!