Cream Cheese Rolls
Sink your teeth into these irresistibly fluffy Cream Cheese Rolls, where soft, golden-brown dough meets a luscious, velvety cream cheese filling. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or a decadent snack, these rolls strike the ideal balance between pillowy sweetness and creamy indulgence. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and a hint of vanilla, this recipe combines the art of homemade bread with a rich, cheesecake-like center. The dough is kneaded to perfection, rolled with the creamy filling, and baked until golden. Serve them warm for an unforgettable treat, and for an extra touch of elegance, dust them with powdered sugar or drizzle on a simple glaze. Ready in just under two hours, this versatile recipe is destined to be the star of your next gathering. Keywords: Cream Cheese Rolls, fluffy rolls, homemade bread recipe, brunch dessert, cream cheese filling.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 cups Warm milk (110°F/43°C)
- 0.25 cups Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large Egg
- 8 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Milk (for brushing)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and active dry yeast.
Add the warm milk, melted butter, and egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5–7 minutes.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the cream cheese filling. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle, approximately 12x16 inches.
Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
Starting from the longer side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seam to seal it and cut the log into 12 even pieces.
Place the rolls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, leaving some space between them. Cover and let them rise again for 20–30 minutes, or until slightly puffed.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush the tops of the rolls with milk for a golden finish.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the rolls are lightly golden brown.
Allow the rolls to cool slightly before serving. Optional: Dust with additional powdered sugar or drizzle with a glaze.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3451 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 145.4 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.5 g | 422% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 624 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 3345 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 461.4 g | 168% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 132.4 g | ||
| Protein | 76.8 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 730 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 21.5 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 1379 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
