Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls are a delightful twist on the classic cinnamon rolls, filled with a luscious cheesecake filling and topped with fresh strawberries. They make a perfect treat for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk, lukewarm
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream or Greek yogurt
For the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:
- 1/2 cup (100g) packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
For the Strawberry Topping:
- 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
For the Cream Cheese Icing:
- 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons whole milk, as needed for consistency
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the lukewarm milk and the yeast. Let it sit until frothy.
- Mix the Dough: Combine flour, sugar, salt, yeast mixture, butter, egg, and vanilla until a dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Knead the dough until smooth and elastic.
- Let the Dough Rise: Let the dough rise until doubled in size.
- Blend the Cream Cheese: Beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the Other Ingredients: Mix in sugar, vanilla, flour, and sour cream.
- Make the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: Combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Prepare the Butter: Soften the butter.
- Roll Out the Dough: Roll the dough into a large rectangle.
- Spread the Butter: Spread butter over the dough.
- Add the Cheesecake Filling: Spread the cheesecake mixture over the dough.
- Sprinkle the Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the cheesecake layer.
- Roll Up the Dough: Roll the dough into a log.
- Cut the Rolls: Cut the dough into rolls and place in a baking dish.
- Let the Rolls Rise: Allow the rolls to rise.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven.
- Bake: Bake the rolls until golden brown.
- Cool Slightly: Let the rolls cool.
- Mix the Icing: Beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and salt for the icing.
- Drizzle or Spread: Drizzle or spread the icing over the rolls.
- Slice the Strawberries: Slice strawberries and toss with sugar.
- Top the Rolls: Arrange strawberries on top of the rolls.
Notes
- You can customize the filling with different fruits or nuts.
- Ensure the dough is not overworked for a tender texture.
- Adjust the sweetness of the icing to your preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls, Cinnamon Rolls, Breakfast Recipe, Brunch Recipe, Sweet Rolls