These cherry rolls are a delightful treat, combining the light and fluffy texture of freshly baked dough with the sweet tang of cherry jam, all topped off with a creamy cherry cream cheese frosting. Each component enhances the next, making these rolls a perfect blend of flavors and textures.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
If you’re a fan of cherries, these rolls are a dream come true. The homemade cherry jam inside and the cherry-infused frosting on top provide a double dose of cherry goodness. The optional addition of heavy cream before baking ensures that each roll is soft and pillowy, making them irresistible.
Perfect Occasion:
These cherry rolls are ideal for a brunch, as a dessert at a family gathering, or simply as a special weekend treat. They’re also perfect for holiday celebrations, adding a vibrant and festive touch to any dessert table.
Decoration Tips:
For a stunning presentation, drizzle additional cherry jam over the frosted rolls and sprinkle with a dusting of powdered sugar. Garnish with fresh cherries when in season for a beautiful and natural decoration that echoes the filling’s flavor.
Ingredients for the Dough:
- 240 ml warm milk
- 2.5 teaspoons instant yeast
- 75 grams butter, melted
- 100 grams sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 500 grams all-purpose flour (more if needed)
Ingredients for Cherry Jam:
- 400 g cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 3 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sugar
Ingredients for Cherry Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 100 g cream cheese
- 50 g butter, room temperature
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp cherry jam
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Add yeast and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Stir in melted butter, eggs, and salt. Gradually add flour, kneading until the dough is slightly sticky but manageable. Let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
- For the jam, dissolve cornstarch in water over medium heat. Add cherries and cook until soft. Blend the mixture, return to the stove, add sugar, cook for two more minutes, then cool.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread cherry jam evenly, and roll up. Cut into rolls using dental floss. Place in a baking tray and optionally pour over 80 ml heavy cream for extra fluffiness.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C for 20-22 minutes.
- For the frosting, beat butter until fluffy, add cream cheese and beat until smooth. Mix in vanilla, powdered sugar, and cherry jam until the color is uniform.
Enjoy these cherry rolls with their delightful cherry cream cheese frosting, a perfect treat that’s both a feast for the eyes and the palate!
