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Strawberry Dream Rolls

Flaky pastry rolls filled with fresh strawberries and topped with whipped cream, perfect for a summer brunch.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed Keep the butter cold for flaky dough.
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling and Topping
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced Use firm, ripe strawberries and pat dry if juicy.
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for whipped cream)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until well combined.
  3. Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Pour in the milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir until just combined to form a soft dough.
  5. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a couple of times until it comes together. Roll it out into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
  6. Evenly distribute the sliced strawberries over the dough, pressing them in lightly.
  7. Starting from one edge, carefully roll the dough into a log, then slice the log into 8 even rolls.
Baking
  1. Place the rolls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart slightly. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
Whipping cream
  1. While the rolls are baking, whip the heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Serving
  1. Let the rolls cool for a few minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar. To serve, place a roll on a plate, top with a dollop of whipped cream, and more fresh strawberries if desired.

Notes

Serve warm on a shallow plate with juices mingling with powdered sugar and cream. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 day at room temperature or up to 2 days in the refrigerator. Reheat gently for best texture.