Description
These Strawberry Shortcake Cinnamon Rolls are a perfect blend of creamy, buttery goodness and fresh strawberries. Simple to make with ripe strawberries and buttermilk, this recipe will become a favorite for brunch or dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled, sliced, divided
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, grated, cold
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 2 cups buttermilk
- ½ cup strawberry jam
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¾ cup finely diced fresh strawberries
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups 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, creating a strawberry syrup.
- Remove from heat and puree the syrup in a blender until smooth.
- Transfer the puree to a bowl, stir in the remaining sliced strawberries, and chill in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap.
Notes
You can substitute the fresh strawberries with frozen ones, but fresh yields a better flavor and texture.
Chill the strawberry sauce to enhance its refreshing taste when served with the rolls.
For added sweetness, serve with whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg