WW Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls

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The WW Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls are just incredible. These use all the ingredients that Weight Watchers can easily consume. The time requirement is only 35 minutes. These WW Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls are also lighter than the classic ones. There will be no heavy calories and many WW points from making this dessert. We use strawberries, fat-free cream cheese, rolled dough, and cinnamon to make this delicious dessert. The strawberries are naturally sweet. These can easily give the rolls moisture. You do not require an extra amount of sugar. Make this dessert for celebrations, gatherings, birthdays, parties, or a sweet treat.

STATS:

  • Number of calories: 180 kcal
  • Prep duration: 15 minutes
  • Cook duration: 20 minutes
  • Total duration: 35 minutes
  • Portion size: 1 roll
  • Serving: 8
  • Cuisine: American
  • Course: Breakfast / Dessert
  • Diet: Weight Watchers

EQUIPMENT:

  • Spatula
  • 8×8-inch baking dish
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Rolling pin
  • Measuring cups
  • Mixing bowl

INGREDIENTS:

ROLLS:

  • 226 g reduced-fat crescent roll dough
  • 120 g fat-free & soft cream cheese
  • 110 g fresh chopped strawberries
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons light sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

LIGHT GLAZE:

  • ½ cup powdered sugar substitute
  • 2 tablespoons low-fat milk
  • Half tsp vanilla extract

INGREDIENT NOTES:

REDUCED-FAT CRESCENT ROLL DOUGH:

  • We get low WW points from using this. Using this version of the dough makes a lighter dessert. This also saves your preparation time. Other than this, you may use pizza dough (reduced fat).

FAT-FREE CREAM CHEESE:

  • As the name suggests, this cream cheese is fat-free. It is fine for Weight Watchers recipes. This will give you a good taste of a cheesecake. The caloric count also remains very low with its use. Another option for you to use is Greek yogurt cream cheese.

FRESH STRAWBERRIES:

  • These strawberries are the main ingredient in this yummy dessert. They are naturally moist. A sweet flavor comes to the rolls when we add them. The sugar level also remains low with their use. You can also utilize raspberries in place of strawberries. Another alternative for strawberries can be frozen ones. Defrost and drain them before using.

CINNAMON:

  • Another main flavor in this specific dessert is cinnamon. This ingredient will not include calories in this dessert. Cinnamon provides the taste of a regular cinnamon roll. For a substitute option, use apple pie spice.

SUGAR SUBSTITUTE:

  • Since this recipe is for Weight Watchers, we avoid the use of sugar. Rather, we utilize a sugar substitute. This ingredient can still give you a sweet taste in the rolls. The calories also remain lower with its use. Light brown sugar is an alternative option for you to use.

VANILLA EXTRACT:

  • When we include this in the dessert, it improves the taste of it. The strawberry and cinnamon taste even better with its addition.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. The oven needs preheating at 190°C.
  2. Then, put a bit of oil in the baking dish.
  3. Spread it to make it slightly greasy.
  4. Then, take the crescent dough and unroll it.
  5. Make it in a rectangular shape and join the seams.
  6. Take the cream cheese and cover the dough’s top with it.
  7. Then, spread the chopped strawberries.
  8. Take a mixing bowl to mix sugar substitute and cinnamon together.
  9. Include this mixture on top of the strawberries.
  10. Lastly, roll the dough slowly till the other end.
  11. Cut this dough into eight even pieces.
  12. Place these rolls inside the baking dish.
  13. Then bake for about 22 minutes.
  14. Finally, mix the products inside a bowl to make the glaze.
  15. Spread it on top of hot cinnamon rolls.
  16. Your strawberry cheesecake cinnamon rolls are ready for you to enjoy.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • You can include more strawberries if you like. Just slice some fresh ones and serve them on the side of these rolls.
  • Make some black coffee. These rolls will pair perfectly with it. Herbal tea also creates a good pair with this dessert.
  • You can also place a spoonful of low-fat Greek yogurt along with these delicious rolls.

TIPS:

  • You do not want rolls that have a soggy texture. For that purpose, use strawberries that are really dry.
  • When filling in the dough, make sure you place the ingredients in a decent amount. This will keep your rolls looking neater.
  • You might normally use a clean knife for slicing the rolls. Another option for having neat cuts is using dental floss.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • For keeping your rolls in the fridge, use a tight vessel. This way, you can keep them for a maximum of 4 days.

FREEZER:

  • You can freeze the cinnamon rolls without the glaze. Only place them for a maximum of 2 months.

FAQs:

Is it fine to make them beforehand?

  • To prepare these rolls in advance, you need to make everything first. Then store everything inside the refrigerator for one night. Then bake when you need to serve.

How can I prepare a vegan version of this dessert?

  • Using vegan dough and vegan cream cheese will make this a vegan recipe.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Total carbs: 28 g

Net carbs: 24 grams

Calories: 180 kcal

Fiber: 4 g

Total fat: 4 grams

Calcium: 90 g

Protein: 6 grams

Iron: 1.6 grams

Vitamin A: 180 IU

Sodium: 260 g

Potassium: 170 g

Portion size: 1 roll

Serving: 8

Weight Watcher Points: 4 to 5 points