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Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cinnamon rolls 1x

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) instant yeast
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 egg

For the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz (1 block) cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

For the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

For the Cream Cheese Glaze:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg to the flour. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. First rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 2: Prepare the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling

  1. Mix the cheesecake filling: In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Prepare strawberries: Toss diced strawberries with cornstarch to prevent excess moisture.

Step 3: Roll Out the Dough and Add Fillings

  1. Roll the dough: On a floured surface, roll the dough into a 14×9-inch rectangle.
  2. Spread the cinnamon filling: Mix butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Spread evenly over the dough.
  3. Add the cheesecake filling: Spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the cinnamon filling.
  4. Add strawberries: Evenly distribute the diced strawberries.

Step 4: Roll and Cut the Cinnamon Rolls

  1. Roll the dough tightly: Starting from the long side, roll it into a log.
  2. Cut into rolls: Use a sharp knife or dental floss to cut into 12 equal pieces.
  3. Second rise: Arrange the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.

Step 5: Bake the Rolls

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 6: Make the Cream Cheese Glaze and Serve

  1. Prepare the glaze: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Glaze the rolls: Drizzle over warm cinnamon rolls.
  3. Enjoy! Serve warm and indulge in the deliciousness!
  • Prep Time: 25 Minutes
  • Resting Time: 1.5 hours (for the dough to rise)
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g