Description
These Strawberry Shortcake Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful blend of fresh strawberries, butter, and cream that make for a mouthwatering treat. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, they’re easy to prepare and pack a ton of flavor. Enjoy this homemade recipe for a sweet start to your day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled, sliced, divided
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, grated, cold
- 4 cups (500 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 2 cups (490 g) buttermilk
- ½ cup (160 g) strawberry jam
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¾ cup finely diced fresh strawberries
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 2 cups (476 g) heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- ¼ cup finely diced fresh strawberries
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine 4 cups of sliced strawberries and 1 cup of granulated sugar over medium-high heat.
- Bring to a boil and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sugar dissolves and a syrup forms.
- Remove from heat and blend the sauce until smooth.
- Transfer the strawberry puree to a bowl and mix in the remaining sliced strawberries.
- Chill the strawberry sauce in the refrigerator while preparing the rolls.
Notes
Feel free to substitute with other berries for a different flavor twist.
For a creamier filling, mix additional cream cheese with the strawberries.
Take care not to overmix the dough for a fluffy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
