Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Rolls

Here’s your full expanded recipe for 🫐 Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Rolls—with history, formation, lovers’ notes, and a rich storytelling style so it feels like you’re opening a cozy bakery cookbook.


🫐 Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Rolls

📜 Introduction

Imagine the pillowy softness of a warm cinnamon roll, but instead of the classic cinnamon sugar filling, you get a luscious swirl of creamy cheesecake and sweet-tart blueberry compote. These Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Rolls are the kind of treat that can brighten a rainy morning, make a brunch table feel like a celebration, or act as a sweet surprise for someone you love.

They combine the comforting doughiness of a breakfast roll with the indulgence of cheesecake and the fruity charm of blueberries. The aroma while baking? Absolute heaven.


📝 Ingredients

For the Dough:

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for kneading)
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • ¾ cup warm milk (about 110°F / 43°C)
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Blueberry Filling:

  • 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp cold water

For the Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp milk
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

🥣 Instructions & Methods

1. Make the Dough

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
  3. Add yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Knead for 8–10 minutes on a lightly floured surface (or 5–6 minutes in a stand mixer with dough hook) until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

2. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

  1. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

3. Make the Blueberry Filling

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
  2. Cook until the berries release their juices, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in cornstarch mixture and cook until thickened (1–2 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool completely.

4. Assemble the Rolls

  1. Punch down risen dough and roll into a 12×16 inch rectangle.
  2. Spread cheesecake filling evenly over the dough.
  3. Spoon blueberry filling over the cheesecake layer, spreading gently.
  4. Roll the dough up tightly from the long edge into a log.
  5. Slice into 12 equal rolls and place in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
  6. Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes.

5. Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown on top.

6. Glaze & Serve

  1. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Drizzle over warm rolls and serve immediately.

📚 History

Sweet rolls have been around since ancient times, with versions appearing in medieval European kitchens. The concept of fruit-filled buns has Nordic and German roots, while cheesecake fillings became popular in pastries during the 20th century. This recipe merges the Scandinavian love of yeasted dough with the American cheesecake craze—and blueberries, a native North American fruit, make the flavor truly timeless.


🏗 Formation

  • Base: Enriched yeast dough for a soft, fluffy structure.
  • Middle Layer: Creamy cheesecake for richness.
  • Swirl: Blueberry compote for fruity sweetness and tang.
  • Finish: Sweet glaze for shine and a touch of extra indulgence.

💕 Lovers’ Notes

  • Couples baking together often find rolling and slicing these rolls to be the most fun part—it’s a little messy but worth the laughter.
  • They make a perfect “just because” breakfast in bed surprise.
  • You can swap blueberries for raspberries, blackberries, or even strawberries for a seasonal twist.

🎯 Conclusion

These Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Rolls are more than just a recipe—they’re an experience. They bring together creamy, fruity, and fluffy textures in a single bite. The process of making them is almost as satisfying as eating them, and whether you serve them at brunch, as dessert, or for a romantic breakfast, they’re guaranteed to impress.


If you want, I can also give you a no-yeast, quicker version of this recipe so you can make them in under an hour instead of waiting for the dough to rise. That way you can have them ready for a spontaneous treat. Would you like me to make that?

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