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Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls for a Sweet Surprise

These Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls combine two desserts into a delightful treat, perfect for brunch or dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Warm Milk about 110°F
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast check for freshness
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar divided into 1/4 cup and 1/2 cup
  • 3/4 cup Unsalted Butter 1/4 cup melted and 1/2 cup softened
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour consider gluten-free substitutes
Filling Ingredients
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries diced
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened, vegan alternatives for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar for filling
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon for filling and 1 teaspoon for glaze
Glaze Ingredients
  • 2-3 tablespoons Milk for glaze
  • 1/4 cup Optional: Strawberry Jam for added flavor in glaze

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Baking Dish
  • Rolling Pin
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of warm milk. Sprinkle the active dry yeast on top and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add 1/4 cup of melted unsalted butter, a pinch of salt, and 2 large eggs to the yeast mixture. Gradually mix in 2 cups of all-purpose flour until well combined.
  3. Continue to add the remaining flour, kneading until it forms a smooth and elastic dough, about 5-7 minutes. Shape into a ball and place in a greased bowl.
  4. Cover and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, until doubled in size.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon. Mix until smooth.
  6. In another bowl, blend 8 oz of softened cream cheese with 1/4 cup of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Beat until creamy.
  7. Roll the risen dough into a 16x12 rectangle on a floured surface.
  8. Spread the cinnamon butter mixture on the dough, then the cheesecake mixture, followed by diced strawberries.
  9. Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12 pieces.
  10. Place rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  11. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the rolls for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
  12. Prepare the glaze by mixing 1 cup of powdered sugar with 2-3 tablespoons of milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh strawberries for best flavor. Knead the dough adequately and allow full rising times for fluffy rolls.

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