Strawberry Lemon Rolls – Sweet & Zesty Dessert Rolls

These Strawberry Lemon Rolls are a sweet, tangy treat that blends soft, fluffy dough with creamy cheesecake filling, strawberry preserves, and a hint of lemon zest. Perfect for breakfast or dessert!

Ingredients for this Strawberry Lemon Rolls:

• 1 cup, plus 3 tablespoons whole milk, divided
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 (1/4-ounce) envelope active dry yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
• 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more as needed and for the work surface
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, cubed and softened, plus more for greasing the pan
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest, divided
• 1 3/4 cups jarred strawberry preserves, divided
• 3/4 cup cheesecake filling, at room temperature (such as Philadelphia No Bake Cheesecake Filling)
• 1/3 cup lemon curd (such as Bonne Maman)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions for this Strawberry Lemon Rolls:

1. Activate the Yeast: In a small saucepan, warm 1 cup of milk over low heat until it reaches 110°F. Remove from heat, stir in granulated sugar, and sprinkle yeast over the milk. Let sit for 5 minutes, or until foamy.
2. Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups of flour, salt, and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, eggs, and softened butter. Mix until the dough forms.
3. Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add more flour if needed to prevent sticking.
4. Let Dough Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the cheesecake filling, lemon curd, and lemon juice. In another bowl, combine the remaining strawberry preserves mixture with 1 teaspoon of lemon zest.
6. Assemble the Rolls: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle, about 12×16 inches. Spread the cheesecake mixture over the dough, leaving a small border. Spoon half of the strawberry preserves mixture over the cheesecake filling.
7. Roll and Cut: Starting from one edge, carefully roll the dough into a log. Slice the log into 12 even pieces and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
8. Second Rise: Cover the rolls and let them rise for 30 minutes, or until puffed.
9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Glaze: While baking, heat the remaining strawberry preserves in a small saucepan over low heat. Once the rolls are done, brush the warm preserves over the top.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Rise Time: 1.5-2 hours
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 3 hours

Nutrition (per roll):

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fat: 12g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 18g

Enjoy your delicious Strawberry Lemon Rolls! These rolls are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Source: www.allrecipes.com