There’s something irresistible about a freshly baked Blueberry Cream Cheese Roll—the combination of pillowy soft dough, a swirl of sweet cream cheese, and juicy summer blueberries is a total dream come true. This recipe is the kind of dessert or brunch bake that turns any morning into a cozy, bakery-style experience—without leaving your kitchen.
This Blueberry Cream Cheese Rolls recipe brings everything you love about summer into a single bite. It’s creamy, fruity, soft, and slightly tangy from the cheese filling. The vibrant blueberry glaze dripping over the golden rolls adds a showstopping finish that looks as incredible as it tastes.
Perfect for brunches, family gatherings, or as a treat-yourself kind of weekend bake, these rolls are made for summer indulgence and can easily be customized with strawberries, lemon zest, or cinnamon for variety.
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Why You’ll Love It
- 🫐 Bursting with real blueberries
- 🍞 Super soft, tender, bakery-style dough
- 🍰 Cream cheese swirl adds rich flavor and moisture
- ✨ Gorgeous presentation with minimal effort
- 🕒 Make ahead-friendly for relaxed mornings
- 🌞 A sweet fit for summer brunches & family weekends
Quick Facts
- Preparation Time: PT30M
- Cooking Time: PT25M
- Total Time: PT55M (plus 1 hour rise time)
- Type: Dessert / Brunch
- Cuisine: American
- Recipe Yield: 8–10 rolls
- Calories (per roll): Approx. 280 kcal
What You’ll Need
For the Dough:
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup milk (warm)
- ¼ cup water (warm)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
For the Filling:
- ¾ cup cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
For the Topping:
- ½ cup blueberries (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp honey or blueberry preserves
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Optional: crushed graham cracker for crunch
Let’s Make It
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Make the Dough
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, warm water, melted butter, sugar, and yeast.
- Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add egg, salt, and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead for 6–8 minutes until smooth.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
2. Make the Filling
- In a bowl, whisk softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold in the fresh blueberries.
3. Shape the Rolls
- Once dough has risen, roll it out into a rectangle (about 12×16 inches).
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough.
- Roll up tightly from the long side and cut into 8–10 rolls.
4. Bake
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 22–25 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
5. Top & Serve
- Let cool slightly. Top each roll with extra blueberries, a drizzle of honey or preserves, and a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers for a crunchy finish.
Conclusion
These Blueberry Cream Cheese Rolls are soft, sweet, and everything you want in a summer treat. The creamy center melts into the dough as it bakes, while the fresh blueberries burst with flavor. They’re beautiful, brunch-worthy, and surprisingly simple to pull off.
Make them ahead, enjoy them warm, or serve them chilled for a refreshing take. However you enjoy them, they’re sure to be a hit on your summer table.
FAQs
1. How to make Blueberry Cream Cheese Rolls ahead of time?
You can prep the dough and fill the rolls the night before. Refrigerate overnight and bake in the morning.
2. Can I substitute fresh blueberries?
Yes! Frozen blueberries work too—just thaw and pat dry to avoid sogginess.
3. Can I freeze the rolls?
Bake, cool, then freeze individually wrapped rolls. Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.
4. What if I don’t have cream cheese?
You can use Greek yogurt or mascarpone as an alternative filling, but the texture may vary.
5. Can I use other fruits?
Absolutely! Strawberries, raspberries, or a mix of berries work beautifully.
Wrapping It Up
These Blueberry Cream Cheese Rolls are everything you need in a homemade treat: gorgeous, soft, fruity, and full of love. They’re made for summer mornings and weekend gatherings, but honestly—once you try them, you’ll find any excuse to bake them again and again.
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