Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls (Print Page)

Fluffy rolls filled with fresh strawberries and warm cinnamon, topped with creamy glaze.

# What You Need:

→ Dough

01 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
03 - 1 cup whole milk, lukewarm
04 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
07 - 1/2 tsp salt

→ Filling

08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
09 - 2/3 cup brown sugar, packed
10 - 2 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
11 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

→ Cream Cheese Glaze

12 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
13 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
14 - 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
15 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
16 - 2-3 tbsp milk

# Directions:

01 - Combine lukewarm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar in a large bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes until mixture becomes frothy.
02 - Add remaining sugar, softened butter, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix thoroughly. Gradually incorporate flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
03 - Knead dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Transfer to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
04 - Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl until well combined.
05 - Punch down risen dough and roll out on a floured surface to a 16x12-inch rectangle. Spread softened butter evenly over dough surface.
06 - Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture over buttered dough. Scatter chopped strawberries evenly across the surface.
07 - Starting from a long edge, roll dough tightly into a log. Cut into 12 equal slices and arrange in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
08 - Cover baking dish and let rolls rise for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F during the final rise time.
09 - Bake for 23-25 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked through.
10 - While rolls bake, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk. Beat until creamy and spreadable.
11 - Allow rolls to cool for 10 minutes in the pan. Spread warm glaze evenly over the rolls. Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The fresh strawberries add brightness that balances the rich cinnamon sugar perfectly
  • That cream cheese glaze transforms everything into pure breakfast magic
  • They bake up incredibly fluffy while staying moist thanks to the fruit filling
02 -
  • Damp strawberries can make your dough soggy, so pat them dry with paper towels before chopping
  • Letting the rolls cool just 10 minutes before glazing helps the frosting melt into all the crevices
  • These really are best fresh from the oven but gently reheated leftovers still taste amazing
03 -
  • Use dental floss or unflavored thread to slice clean rolls without squishing the dough
  • A warm oven with the light on is the perfect proofing environment if your kitchen is cool
  • Room temperature ingredients incorporate more evenly and create better texture

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