Description
Indulge in the bliss of fresh strawberry cheesecake buns, where soft, fluffy dough meets a creamy cheesecake filling and juicy strawberries. Perfect for gatherings or weekend brunches, these delightful treats are a celebration of flavors that will leave everyone wanting more. With an easy-to-follow recipe, even novice bakers can impress with this scrumptious dessert. Get ready to fill your kitchen with sweet aromas and your hearts with joy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 large egg
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- Powdered sugar for glazing
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let sit until foamy (about 5 mins).
- Mix in melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add flour to form a sticky dough; knead on a floured surface for 8-10 mins until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl; cover and let rise in a warm spot until doubled (about 1 hour).
- For the filling, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth; gently fold in strawberries.
- Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle; spread the filling evenly and roll tightly into a log.
- Slice the log into 12 pieces; place in a greased baking dish and let rise for another 30 mins.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 mins until golden brown. Cool slightly before glazing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: You can swap strawberries for other berries or add lemon zest for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.