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Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls

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Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls are an indulgent twist on classic cinnamon rolls. Made with fluffy homemade dough, swirled with cinnamon sugar and fresh strawberries, and topped with a creamy cheesecake glaze, these rolls are perfect for brunch or dessert.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours
  • Yield: 12 large rolls
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • For the dough:
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup whole milk, warm
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • For the filling:
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
  • For the cheesecake glaze:
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tbsp milk or heavy cream (to thin, if needed)
  • Optional: crushed freeze-dried strawberries or fresh strawberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Warm the milk and combine with sugar and yeast in a mixing bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add eggs and melted butter, then gradually mix in flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
  4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle. Spread softened butter over it.
  5. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over the dough. Scatter chopped strawberries on top.
  6. Roll up the dough tightly from the long edge and slice into 12 rolls.
  7. Place rolls in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  9. While rolls bake, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add milk to reach desired glaze consistency.
  10. Spread cheesecake glaze over warm rolls and garnish with additional strawberries if desired.

Notes

  • Let rolls rise properly for a soft, fluffy texture.
  • Don’t overbake to keep centers gooey.
  • You can prep the rolls the night before and bake in the morning.
  • Frozen strawberries work if well-drained; avoid sogginess.
  • Try different berries or add a swirl of jam for variation.

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