Awaken your senses with these delightful Overnight Strawberry Cream Cheese Rolls! Perfect for a luxurious breakfast or a sweet start to your day, these rolls combine the tang of cream cheese with the sweetness of strawberries in a soft, fluffy dough.
Servings: 12 rolls
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- ½ cup warm water
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- ⅓ cup sugar
- ½ cup milk
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 4½ cups all-purpose flour (adjust as needed)
For the Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- ¾ cup strawberry jam
- 1 cup finely diced strawberries
For the Icing:
- ⅓ cup reserved cream cheese mixture
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tsp milk
- A splash of vanilla
Instructions:
- Dough Preparation: In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Add milk, melted butter, salt, eggs, and 1 cup of flour. Mix until smooth. Gradually add enough flour to form a soft dough. Knead until smooth.
- Rest the Dough: Let the dough rest for 5 minutes.
- Prepare Filling: Beat cream cheese until fluffy. Mix in ¾ cup powdered sugar. Reserve ⅓ cup for icing. In another bowl, mix strawberry jam and diced strawberries.
- Assemble Rolls: Roll dough into a 10×15″ rectangle. Spread cream cheese mixture, then berry mixture on top. Roll up and seal the edge. Cut into 12 slices. Place in a greased 9×13″ pan. Cover and refrigerate overnight (8-10 hours).
- Rise and Bake: Remove rolls from the fridge. Let them rise in a warm spot until doubled (about 1 hour). Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes. Cover with foil if necessary.
- Prepare Icing: Mix reserved cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make a thin glaze. Refrigerate in a ziplock bag.
- Glaze Rolls: Once rolls are warm, cut a corner of the ziplock bag and glaze the rolls.
Total Prep Time: 25 minutes Rising Time: 8-10 hours overnight + 1 hour Cook Time: 30-35 minutes Total Time: About 10-11 hours (including rising time)
Nutritional Information (per roll, estimated):
- Calories: ~300-350 kcal
- Protein: ~6-8 g
- Carbohydrates: ~40-50 g
- Fat: ~12-15 g
- Sodium: ~200-250 mg
Chef’s Tips:
- Ensure the water is warm (not hot) to activate the yeast.
- Customize the filling with different fruit jams or fresh fruits as desired.
Storage:
- Store in an airtight container. Best enjoyed fresh but can be kept for 2-3 days.
Conclusion: These Overnight Strawberry Cream Cheese Rolls are a sweet testament to the joys of home baking. Perfect for a weekend treat or a special brunch, they’re sure to delight anyone who tries them.
Savor the blend of creamy cheese and sweet strawberries in these easy-to-make rolls, a recipe that’s sure to become a new morning favorite!
