Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls (Print Version)

Fluffy, soft rolls filled with creamy cheesecake mixture and topped with sweet strawberries - a delightful breakfast or dessert.

# Ingredients:

→ For the rolls

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
06 - 3/4 cup heavy cream
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ For the cheesecake filling

08 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
09 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
10 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - 1/2 cup heavy cream

→ For the strawberry topping

12 - 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
13 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
14 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
03 - Gradually pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, mixing until the dough comes together.
04 - Roll the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the dough.
05 - Roll the dough tightly, slice it into 8-10 pieces, and place the slices on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the filling is set.
07 - While the rolls are baking, mix the chopped strawberries with sugar and lemon juice, and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
08 - Top the baked rolls with the strawberry mixture and serve warm.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For extra crunch, sprinkle chopped walnuts or almonds over the rolls before baking.
02 - Store leftover rolls in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or 4 days in the fridge. Reheat gently in the oven.
03 - Substitute the cream cheese filling with mascarpone for a different flavor.