Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls Recipe

Introduction

Indulge in these Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls, a delightful twist on the classic cinnamon roll. With a creamy strawberry cheesecake filling and a luscious cream cheese glaze, these rolls offer a perfect balance of sweetness and fruitiness that’s hard to resist.

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened (for filling)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup strawberry jam
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for cinnamon sugar mixture)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened (for glaze)
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened (for glaze)
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
• 2 tbsp milk (as needed for glaze consistency)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix the warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until the dough begins to come together. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Stir in the chopped strawberries and strawberry jam until well combined.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth and well combined.
4. Step 4: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 12 by 18 inches. Spread the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough, then layer the strawberry cheesecake filling on top. Carefully roll the dough up into a tight log, starting from the long edge. Cut the dough into 12 equal rolls and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover the rolls with a clean towel and let them rise for about 30 minutes.
5. Step 5: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
6. Step 6: While the rolls are baking, beat the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk (if needed) until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with more milk if the glaze is too thick.
7. Step 7: Once the rolls are baked and slightly cooled, drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the top. Serve warm and enjoy the gooey, creamy goodness!

Tips & Variations

• Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor or substitute frozen strawberries that are thoroughly drained.
• For a more intense strawberry flavor, add a tablespoon of strawberry extract to the filling.
• Try adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the cinnamon sugar layer for added crunch.
• If you prefer smaller rolls, cut the dough into 16 pieces instead of 12, but adjust baking time accordingly.

Storage

Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat gently in the microwave for 15-20 seconds or warm in a low oven until soft. The glaze may be reapplied if it thickens after storage.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough the night before and let it rise slowly in the refrigerator. Bring it back to room temperature before rolling out and assembling the rolls.

Can I use frozen strawberries in the filling?

Yes, but be sure to thaw and drain them well to avoid excess moisture that can make the filling runny.

Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls Recipe

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These Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls combine fluffy, homemade cinnamon rolls with a creamy strawberry cheesecake filling, topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a decadent dessert, these rolls offer a delightful blend of cinnamon sweetness and fresh strawberry flavor wrapped in a soft, tender dough.

• Author: Stella
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
• Yield: 12 rolls 1x
• Category: Baking
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg

For the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup strawberry jam

For the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture:

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

For the Cream Cheese Glaze:

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp milk (as needed for consistency)

Instructions

1. Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix the warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until the dough begins to come together. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
2. Prepare the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Stir in the chopped strawberries and strawberry jam until well combined.
3. Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth and well combined.
4. Assemble the Rolls: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle (about 12×18 inches). Spread the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough, then layer the strawberry cheesecake filling on top. Carefully roll the dough up into a tight log, starting from the long edge. Cut the dough into 12 equal rolls and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover the rolls with a clean towel and let them rise for about 30 minutes.
5. Bake the Rolls: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
6. Make the Cream Cheese Glaze: While the rolls are baking, beat the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk (if needed) until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with more milk if the glaze is too thick.
7. Glaze and Serve: Once the rolls are baked and slightly cooled, drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the top. Serve warm and enjoy the gooey, creamy goodness!

Notes

• Make sure the milk is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast without killing it.
• Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture in the filling.
• You can prepare the dough and fillings a day ahead; refrigerate the dough during the second rise and bake fresh in the morning.
• If the glaze is too thick, add milk gradually until it reaches desired consistency for drizzling.
• Store leftover rolls in an airtight container and reheat gently before serving.

Keywords: Strawberry cheesecake rolls, cinnamon rolls, cream cheese glaze, baked dessert, breakfast rolls