Description
Indulge in the perfect combination of fluffy cinnamon rolls filled with a creamy cheesecake mixture and topped with fresh strawberries. These Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls are a delightful twist on the classic treat, guaranteed to impress friends and family.
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. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the Dough – Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes.
- Let the Dough Rise – Shape dough into a ball, let it rise for 1-1.5 hours.
- Blend the Cream Cheese – Beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the Other Ingredients – Combine cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, flour, and sour cream.
- Make the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture – Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Prepare the Butter – Soften butter until spreadable.
- Roll Out the Dough – Roll dough into a large rectangle.
- Spread the Butter – Spread butter over dough.
- Add the Cheesecake Filling – Spread cheesecake mixture over dough.
- Sprinkle the Cinnamon Sugar – Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture over cheesecake.
- Roll Up the Dough – Roll dough into a log and pinch to seal.
- Cut the Rolls – Cut dough into 12 rolls.
- Let the Rolls Rise – Let rolls rise for 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake – Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes.
- Cool Slightly – Cool rolls for 10 minutes.
- Mix the Icing – Beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and milk for icing.
- Drizzle or Spread – Drizzle or spread icing over warm rolls.
- Slice the Strawberries – Slice strawberries and toss with sugar.
- Top the Rolls – Place sliced strawberries on top of rolls.
Notes
- For a gooey caramel twist, add chopped nuts to the cinnamon sugar filling.
- These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls, Cinnamon Rolls Recipe, Cheesecake Filling, Cream Cheese Icing, Strawberry Topping