Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed to lukewarm
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (optional for extra richness)
Strawberry Mixture
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (to toss with strawberries)
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Warm the milk until just lukewarm and dissolve active dry yeast with a pinch of sugar. In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, melted butter, eggs, and the yeast mixture. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, then cover it with a towel and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, whip softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth. This mixture will spread easily inside each roll providing creamy swirls throughout.
- Prepare the Strawberry Mixture: Finely chop fresh strawberries and toss them with granulated sugar to release their natural juices. This sweet and juicy mixture will complement the cheesecake filling.
- Assemble the Rolls: Roll out the risen dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the dough, sprinkle the sugared strawberries on top, and dust with cinnamon. Carefully roll the dough tightly from one long edge into a log, then cut into equal pieces using a sharp knife or dental floss.
- Bake: Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover lightly, and let them rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Glaze and Serve: While warm, drizzle the rolls with a simple powdered sugar glaze flavored with vanilla, or serve with cream cheese frosting for extra richness. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure proper yeast activation and good dough rise.
- Don’t skip the dough rising step; allowing it to double in size ensures fluffy, tender rolls.
- Cut rolls evenly for uniform baking and an attractive presentation.
- Handle strawberries gently and toss with sugar just before assembling to prevent soggy dough.
- Brush rolls with melted butter after baking for shine and extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Strawberry, Cheesecake, Cinnabon Rolls, Cinnamon Rolls, Dessert, Breakfast, Sweet Rolls