Blueberry Cheesecake Rolls
Blueberry Cheesecake Rolls 🫐🍰
LOW-CARB • KETO • HIGH-PROTEIN
Soft, fluffy, buttery rolls filled with rich cheesecake cream and juicy blueberries, finished with a delicious vanilla cream cheese glaze. This low-carb version gives you all the classic cheesecake-roll flavor without regular flour or added sugar!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 22–25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Ingredients
For the keto dough:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1½ cups almond flour
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons powdered monk fruit sweetener
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
For the cheesecake filling:
- 6 oz (170g) softened cream cheese
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons powdered monk fruit sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup fresh blueberries
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
For the cream cheese glaze:
- 2 oz softened cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon powdered monk fruit sweetener
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 teaspoons unsweetened almond milk, as needed
Instructions
1. Prepare the dough
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Melt mozzarella and cream cheese together in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Add almond flour, egg, sweetener, baking powder, vanilla, and cinnamon.
- Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough between two sheets of parchment paper into a rectangle.
2. Make the cheesecake filling
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add Greek yogurt, sweetener, vanilla, and lemon zest.
- Mix until creamy.
- Gently fold in fresh blueberries.
3. Assemble the rolls
- Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Carefully roll the dough into a log.
- Cut into 8 equal rolls using a sharp knife.
- Arrange the rolls cut-side up in the prepared baking dish.
4. Bake
- Bake for 22–25 minutes until lightly golden and cooked through.
- Allow the rolls to cool for 10 minutes.
5. Prepare the glaze
- Beat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, sweetener, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add almond milk gradually until the glaze reaches your desired consistency.
- Spread over the slightly cooled rolls.
Estimated Nutrition
Per roll (1 of 8)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 290 |
| Protein | 13g |
| Total Carbs | 9g |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Net Carbs | 6g |
| Fat | 24g |
Keto-friendly
Weight-Loss Tips
- Use fresh blueberries and measure the portion carefully.
- Choose reduced-fat cream cheese to lower calories.
- Use plain nonfat Greek yogurt for extra protein.
- Avoid honey, regular sugar, and traditional powdered sugar.
- Enjoy one roll as a satisfying breakfast or dessert.
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition is estimated and depends on the brands and ingredients used.