Easy Strawberry Cheesecake Rolls (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
02 - ¼ cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
04 - ½ teaspoon salt
05 - ¾ cup warm milk
06 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
07 - 1 large egg

→ Cheesecake Filling

08 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
09 - ⅓ cup granulated sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Strawberry Filling

11 - 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, chopped
12 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
13 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
14 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

→ Glaze

15 - 1 cup powdered sugar
16 - 2–3 tablespoons milk
17 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

# Instructions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Add softened butter, egg, salt, and 2 cups of flour. Mix to combine, gradually adding the remaining flour until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.
02 - In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
03 - In a small saucepan, combine chopped strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until thickened and jam-like. Cool completely before use.
04 - Roll out the risen dough on a floured surface into a 12×18-inch rectangle. Spread cheesecake filling evenly, leaving a small border. Spread cooled strawberry filling over the cheesecake layer. Tightly roll the dough into a log from one long side.
05 - Cut the rolled log into 12 equal slices using a sharp knife. Place rolls into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise again for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
06 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked through.
07 - Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle glaze generously over warm rolls. Serve immediately.

# Notes:

01 - These rolls taste best fresh out of the oven but can be reheated gently in the microwave for a soft texture.
02 - For a sweeter glaze, add an extra tablespoon of powdered sugar.