Indulge in these delectable Strawberry Rolls featuring a golden, buttery dough enveloping sweet strawberries, all topped with a luscious Cream Cheese Frosting. Perfect for a delightful breakfast treat or a sweet snack any time of day!
Two Ways To Make Strawberry Sweet Rolls
The recipe provides two methods to accommodate different preferences, time windows, and dietary needs:
- Strawberry Rolls (with yeast) - 2 hours: This method involves using yeast to allow the dough to rise, resulting in a lighter and fluffier texture. It requires more time due to the yeast activation and rising process, but yields a traditional roll texture. This version may appeal more to those who enjoy the classic taste and texture of yeast-raised rolls.
- Quick (no yeast) Strawberry Rolls - 30 Minutes: This method skips the yeast and instead uses baking powder for leavening. It's a faster alternative that doesn't require proofing time, making it ideal for those who want a quicker option or may not have yeast on hand. The texture may be slightly denser compared to the yeast version, but it's still delicious and suitable for those looking for a shortcut or avoiding yeast for dietary reasons.
What You'll Need
Ingredients for Strawberry Rolls:
- 1 cup warm almond or oat milk
- ¼ cup melted regular or vegan butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon non-dairy yogurt (regular or vegan, only if using gluten-free flour)
- 2 ½ cups regular all-purpose flour or 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (such as King Arthur Measure for Measure gluten-free flour)
Ingredients for Quick No-Yeast Dough:
- ¾ cup almond or oat milk
- ½ cup melted regular or vegan butter
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 2 cups regular or gluten-free all-purpose flour (such as King Arthur Measure for Measure gluten-free flour)
- 1 tablespoon non-dairy yogurt (regular or vegan, only if using gluten-free flour)
Strawberry Rolls Filling:
- 4 tablespoons softened regular or vegan butter
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 ½ cups finely diced strawberries
Cream Cheese Icing:
- 2 tablespoons softened regular or vegan butter
- 2 ounces regular or vegan cream cheese
- ¾ cup confectioners sugar
How To Make Strawberry Sweet Rolls
Option 2 - Strawberry Rolls (with yeast) - 2 hours (preferred)
Step 1: Prepare Yeasted Dough: Begin by combining warm almond or oat milk, melted regular or vegan butter, and maple syrup. Activate the yeast by sprinkling it over the mixture and allowing it to sit for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Mix Dough: Incorporate all-purpose flour into the mixture until a dough forms. For gluten-free flour, add non-dairy yogurt to enhance elasticity. Allow the dough to rise for an hour in a warm environment.
Step 3: Roll and Fill Dough: Roll out the risen dough into an oval or rectangle. Spread softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle sugar and diced strawberries evenly.
Step 4: Bake and Frost: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the dough into pinwheels, place them in a baking dish, and let them rise for another 30 minutes. Bake for 35 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the cream cheese frosting by mixing softened butter, cream cheese, and confectioners sugar. Once cooled, spread the frosting over the rolls.
Option 2 - Quick (no yeast) Strawberry Rolls - 30 Minutes:
Step 1: Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2: Prepare Dough: Mix together almond or oat milk, melted regular or vegan butter, and baking powder. Incorporate all-purpose flour until a thick dough forms. For gluten-free flour, add non-dairy yogurt for elasticity.
Step 3: Roll and Fill Dough: Roll out the dough into a slab, spread softened butter, sprinkle sugar, and add diced strawberries. Roll the dough into a log and slice into pinwheels.
Step 4: Bake and Frost: Place the pinwheels in a greased dish and bake for 20 minutes. Optionally, broil for 1-2 minutes for added color. Prepare the cream cheese icing by mixing softened butter, cream cheese, and confectioners sugar. Once cooled, frost the rolls and enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
Storage: Allow the rolls to cool completely to room temperature. Store them in an airtight container or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap. You can keep them at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Reheating:
Oven Method: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Place the rolls on a baking sheet and cover loosely with aluminum foil to prevent them from drying out. Heat in the oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through.
Microwave Method: If you're short on time, you can reheat individual rolls in the microwave. Place a single roll on a microwave-safe plate and cover loosely with a damp paper towel. Microwave on high for 20-30 seconds, or until heated to your liking.
Serve: Once reheated, you can enjoy the rolls as they are, or you can add a fresh dollop of cream cheese frosting for an extra indulgent treat.
By following these storage and reheating instructions, you can ensure that your Strawberry Rolls remain delicious and enjoyable, even after they've been stored for a few days.
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Strawberry Rolls
Ingredients
Yeasted Dough - 2 Hours
- 1 cup warm (not hot) almond or oat milk
- ¼ cup melted regular or vegan butter
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 3 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon non dairy yogurt (regular or vegan) only needed if using gluten-free flour
- 2 ½ cups regular all purpose flour or 2 cups gluten free all purpose flour If gluten-free, I recommend King Arthur Measure for Measure gluten-free flour. Please don't substitute any other flour such as almond flour, baking flour, etc.
Quick No-Yeast Dough - 30 Minutes
- ¾ cup almond or oat milk
- ½ cup melted regular or vegan butter
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cup regular or gluten free all-purpose flour If gluten-free, I recommend King Arthur Measure for Measure gluten-free flour. Please don't substitute any other flour such as almond flour, baking flour, etc.
- 1 tablespoon non dairy yogurt (regular or vegan) only needed if using gluten-free flour
Strawberry Rolls Filling
- 4 tablespoon softened regular or vegan butter
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 ½ cup finely diced strawberries
Cream Cheese Icing
- 2 tablespoon softened regular or vegan butter
- 2 oz regular or vegan cream cheese
- ¾ cup confectioners sugar
Instructions
Strawberry Rolls (with yeast) - 2 hours
- Prepare the dough by mixing the warm almond milk, melted vegan butter, and maple syrup. Sprinkle the active dry yeast evenly across the top of the mixture, stir gently, and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
- Add the flour and mix until a dough forms. If using gluten free flour, add the non-dairy yogurt into the bowl and use your hands to work it into the dough. This will help the gluten free dough be more elastic and hold together better during rolling. If you are using regular flour, you don't need to add yogurt to the dough.
- Form the dough into a round mound and cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel. Allow it to sit for an hour. I like to sit my bowl on top of an oven preheated to 350. The warmth from the oven helps the dough rise faster. Note, if using gluten free all purpose flour, the dough will rise slightly less than the dough containing gluten.
- After the dough has risen for an hour place it on a floured surface and roll the dough into a ¼ inch oval or rectangle (add more flour if the dough is too sticky to roll). Note, if using gluten-free flour, the dough will be slightly more dry. Spread the softened butter to cover the dough. Top with the sugar and strawberries.
- Preheat the oven to 350.
- Roll the dough into a log and cut it into about 10 pinwheels. Place the pinwheels into a baking dish so that they are close but not touching. Cover them with a towel or loose plastic wrap and set aside for another 30 minutes. Note, if your rolls are gluten free, they won't be as voluminous as rolls with gluten in them, but they'll be every bit as delicious!
- Remove plastic wrap and bake the rolls in the oven for about 35 minutes.
- While the rolls are baking, make the vegan cream cheese frosting by using an electric hand mixer to mix together the softened vegan butter, powdered sugar, and vegan cream cheese. Allow the rolls to cool and spread the icing over the rolls. Enjoy!
Quick (no yeast) Strawberry Rolls - 30 Minutes
- Preheat the oven to 400
- Mix the almond milk, melted vegan butter, and baking powder together. Then, mix in the flour until a thick dough forms.
- If using gluten free flour, add the non-dairy yogurt into the bowl and use your hands to work it into the dough. This will help the gluten free dough be more elastic and hold together better during rolling. If you are using regular flour, you don't need to add yogurt to the dough.
- Place the dough onto a floured surface and sprinkle the top with more flour. Use a floured rolling pin to roll the dough into a ¼ inch thick slab. Spread with softened vegan butter, sprinkle evenly with sugar, and then sprinkle the strawberries on top.
- Carefully roll the dough into a log. Slice the log into 10-12 pinwheels and place them into a greased round dish. Bake the rolls for about 20 minutes. Option to broil for 1-2 minutes at the end to give them more color.
- While the rolls are baking, you may use an electric hand mixer to mix the vegan cream cheese, softened butter, and powdered sugar to make the icing. Allow the rolls to cool before frosting. Enjoy!
Harrison
very nice
JillianGlenn
Thank you, Harrison!
Petal
Can I substitute oat milk for almond milk?
Jillian
Hi Petal, yes you 🙂