Description
Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy rolls filled with sweet cinnamon sugar and juicy strawberries, topped with a creamy vanilla glaze for a fruity twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet instant yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 1/2 cups chopped strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk or cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 oz cream cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Mix warm milk, 1/4 cup sugar, and yeast in a bowl; let sit until foamy.
- Add egg, butter, salt, and flour; mix and knead until soft dough forms. Let rise 1 hour until doubled.
- Cook strawberries with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, and lemon juice over medium heat until thickened; cool completely.
- Roll dough into a rectangle. Spread cooled strawberry filling over dough.
- Roll up tightly from the long edge; cut into 12 slices.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix powdered sugar, milk or cream, vanilla, and cream cheese (if using) to make glaze. Spread or drizzle over warm rolls.
Notes
- Use dental floss for cleanly slicing rolls.
- Ensure strawberry filling is cooled before spreading to prevent sogginess.
- Store at room temp for 2 days or refrigerate up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
