Description
Indulgent strawberry cheesecake cinnamon rolls merge classic comfort with gourmet flair, creating a delightful breakfast pastry that elevates morning treats. Creamy cheesecake filling and fresh strawberry swirls promise sweet satisfaction for weekend brunch enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients for Dough:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Filling Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze and Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam (optional)
Instructions
- In a warm mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in lukewarm milk, allowing it to become frothy and activate for approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Incorporate melted butter, salt, eggs, and initial flour portion, stirring until a cohesive mixture forms.
- Gradually introduce remaining flour, kneading thoroughly until dough becomes smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky to touch.
- Transfer dough to a lightly greased container, cover with plastic wrap, and allow to rise in a draft-free area for 60-75 minutes until doubled in volume.
- Prepare filling by blending softened butter with sugar and ground cinnamon until uniformly combined.
- Create cream cheese mixture by whisking cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until silky and lump-free.
- On a floured surface, roll expanded dough into a rectangular shape approximately 16×12 inches wide.
- Evenly distribute cinnamon butter mixture across dough’s surface, followed by a layer of cream cheese mixture.
- Scatter fresh strawberry pieces uniformly across prepared dough surface.
- Carefully roll dough into a compact log, ensuring tight and consistent rolling technique.
- Slice log into 12 equal portions and arrange in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Allow rolls to undergo second proofing for 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 350°F, bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and center appears set.
- Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to create glaze, optionally incorporating strawberry jam for enhanced flavor.
- Drizzle warm glaze over freshly baked rolls immediately before serving.
Notes
- Yeast Activation Ensure milk is lukewarm (110-115°F) to properly activate yeast without killing it.
- Dough Consistency Knead dough until smooth and elastic, adding flour gradually to prevent a tough texture.
- Filling Distribution Spread fillings evenly, leaving a small border to prevent leaking during rolling.
- Strawberry Technique Pat diced strawberries dry to prevent excess moisture from making rolls soggy.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 261 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 193 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg