Cherry-Cream Cheese Crumb Cake Bombs
Ingredients
- 2 oz cream cheese
softened, from 8-oz package
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
melted
- 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 can refrigerated Pillsbury™ Cinnamon Rolls with Original Icing
12.4 oz
- 3 tablespoons cherry preserves or jam
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon water
Directions
- 1
Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 8 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray.
- 2
In small bowl, stir cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Set aside. In another small bowl, using fork or pastry blender, mix melted butter, 4 tablespoons of the flour and the granulated sugar until mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- 3
Separate dough into 8 rolls. Place remaining 1 tablespoon flour off to the side, on work surface. Dip cinnamon-coated side of each roll into flour; shake off excess. With cinnamon side up, press each roll into 3 1/2-inch round. Spoon 1 teaspoon of the preserves in center of each roll; top with 1 rounded teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture. Bring edges of each roll up over filling; pinch edges tightly to seal. Place rolls, pinched side down, in muffin cups.
- 4
In small bowl, beat egg and water with fork. Brush egg mixture over top of each roll. Sprinkle 1 rounded tablespoon of the crumb topping on each roll; slightly press into dough.
- 5
Bake 16 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Cool in pan 5 minutes. Remove cake bombs from pan; place on cooling rack.
- 6
Place icing from can into 1-quart resealable food-storage plastic bag; cut small hole in bottom corner of bag. Squeeze bag to drizzle icing over cake bombs. Let stand 5 minutes. Serve warm.
Cherry-Cream Cheese Crumb Cake Bombs
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About this Recipe
Imagine a bakery-worthy breakfast treat that’s surprisingly simple to create at home. These Cherry-Cream Cheese Crumb Cake Bombs transform humble refrigerated cinnamon rolls into an irresistible, bite-sized indulgence. The genius of these crumb cake bombs lies in starting with convenient Pillsbury™ Cinnamon Rolls, which streamline the process of achieving a soft, tender base. A luscious filling of cream cheese and sweet cherry preserves is nestled inside, creating an unexpected burst of flavor in every bite. This innovative approach elevates a classic breakfast staple into something truly extraordinary without complex baking techniques. You can anticipate a delightful contrast of textures and tastes with each Cherry-Cream Cheese Crumb Cake Bomb. The outside promises a rich, buttery crumb topping with a delicate sweetness, while the cinnamon roll itself bakes up golden and tender. Inside, a warm, slightly tangy cream cheese melts into vibrant cherry preserves, offering a fruity counterpoint that's simply divine. These bombs are perfectly portioned for a sweet breakfast or a decadent brunch addition. While cherry preserves offer a classic combination with cream cheese, feel free to experiment with other fruit flavors like raspberry or strawberry jam for a different fruity twist. For a touch of spice, you could whisk a pinch of ground cinnamon into the crumb topping mixture. If you're out of powdered sugar for the cream cheese filling, a little granulated sugar would work in a pinch, though the texture might be slightly less smooth. These Cherry-Cream Cheese Crumb Cake Bombs are perfect for impressing guests at a weekend brunch, sharing with family on a relaxed morning, or simply treating yourself to a special breakfast. Serve them warm, perhaps with an extra drizzle of the original icing from the cinnamon roll can for added indulgence.