Strawberry Cream Cheese Roll-Ups

Let’s say you want dessert, but you also want minimal effort, zero baking, and something you can eat with your hands like a civilized raccoon. Welcome to the wonderful world of Strawberry Cream Cheese Roll-Ups.

They’re sweet. They’re creamy. They’re portable. And best of all? They taste like a strawberry cheesecake wrap—minus the work of making an actual cheesecake. Wins all around.

Why These Are a Total Win

These little roll-ups are the kind of treat you make “just to try,” and then suddenly realize you’ve eaten five. Oops.

• No oven needed – because sometimes it’s just too hot to bake.
• No fancy tools – bowl, spoon, knife. Done.
• Totally customizable – strawberries are the MVP here, but other fruits can join the party.
• Fun to make and eat – perfect for kids, parties, or late-night snacking.

Honestly, they’re what would happen if French toast, cheesecake, and a burrito had a baby. In the best way possible.

Ingredients

• 6 slices of soft white bread (yep, basic sandwich bread is perfect)
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon butter (for pan-frying)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Optional but recommended: whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, or extra strawberries for garnish—because why not be extra?

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Filling

• In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
• Fold in the chopped strawberries gently. Try not to mash them—chunks = good.

Step 2: Flatten the Bread

• Trim the crusts off each slice of bread.
• Use a rolling pin (or a wine bottle, let’s be honest) to flatten each slice nice and thin.

Step 3: Assemble the Roll-Ups

1. Spread a spoonful of cream cheese mixture on each bread slice.
2. Roll it up tightly, jelly roll-style. Try not to let the filling squish out the sides—unless you like sticky fingers. 🤷‍♀️

Step 4: Cinnamon-Sugar Coat & Cook

• In a shallow dish, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
• Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
• Add the roll-ups, seam side down. Cook for 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
• Immediately roll the hot roll-ups in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Step 5: Serve

Serve warm with whipped cream or extra berries if you’re being fancy. Or just eat them straight off the plate like a gremlin. Both are valid.

Common Mistakes (Let’s Not)

1. Using stale or dry bread.
You need soft, squishy bread so it rolls without cracking. Save the crusty stuff for toast.

2. Overstuffing.
More filling seems better—until it oozes out into the pan and burns. Stick to a thin layer.

3. Skipping the cinnamon sugar.
Do you hate joy? Just roll the things in sugar, friend.

4. Burning the outsides.
These brown fast. Keep an eye on them and flip as soon as they’re golden.

Fun Variations & Extras

Want to shake things up? Try these:

• Nutella version: Replace cream cheese with Nutella. Add bananas. Goodbye, self-control.
• Savory twist: Go full rogue—use herbed cream cheese and cucumber for a snacky version.
• Chocolate dip: Melt some chocolate and drizzle or dip one end of the roll-up. Instant upgrade.
• Freeze ’em: Stick a batch in the freezer and air-fry later. Game changer.

FAQ

Can I use other fruit?
Yes! Blueberries, raspberries, even peaches work great—just chop small and drain extra juice.

Do I have to fry them?
Nope. You can toast them in a pan with no butter or even bake them at 375°F for 10–12 minutes if you’re going for “healthier.” But the butter-fry is ✨ elite ✨.

Can I make these ahead?
Sort of. You can assemble and refrigerate them for a few hours, but they’re best fried just before serving. They lose their crunch if they sit too long.

What if I don’t have powdered sugar?
Use a tiny splash of maple syrup or honey to sweeten the cream cheese. No biggie.

Final Thoughts

Strawberry Cream Cheese Roll-Ups are the kind of snack that feels a little naughty, but also kind of genius. They’re quick, satisfying, and way fancier than a PB&J without being any harder to make.

So whether you’re feeding kids, impressing brunch guests, or just treating yourself after a long day of pretending to be productive, these roll-ups are here for you.

Just don’t blame me when you “accidentally” eat all six. 😏