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Warm and inviting freshly baked strawberry cinnamon rolls topped with creamy glaze and strawberry drizzle in a baking dish.

Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls


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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft, fluffy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls filled with a tangy-sweet strawberry mixture and topped with cream cheese glaze. Perfect for family mornings, brunches, or as a thoughtful homemade gift!


Ingredients

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For the Strawberry Filling:

  • 3 cups frozen or fresh strawberries
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp + 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water

For the Tangzhong:

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup water

For the Dough:

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • ¾ tsp fine sea salt
  • ½ cup whole milk, room temperature
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Tangzhong (prepared earlier)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

For the Glaze:

  • 1 ounce cream cheese, room temperature
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tbsp reserved strawberry filling
  • 1 tbsp whole milk


Instructions

  • Make the Strawberry Filling:

    • Cook strawberries, brown sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    • Mash the berries as they cook for a thick texture.
    • Dissolve cornstarch in water and stir into the filling. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until thickened.
    • Reserve 1-2 tbsp for the glaze and cool the rest in the fridge.
  • Prepare the Tangzhong:

    • In a saucepan, whisk together water and flour.
    • Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until a paste forms. Let cool.
  • Make the Dough:

    • Mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt in a large bowl.
    • Add milk, egg, vanilla, and cooled tangzhong. Mix into a shaggy dough.
    • Gradually add softened butter and knead until smooth and elastic (8-10 minutes).
    • Place in a lightly buttered bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (1 hour).
  • Assemble the Rolls:

    • Roll the dough into a rectangle (14×18 inches). Spread cooled strawberry filling evenly over the dough.
    • Cut into 12 strips and roll each into a coil. Arrange in a parchment-lined baking dish.
    • Cover and let rise again for 45-60 minutes.
  • Bake and Glaze:

    • Preheat oven to 325°F (162°C). Bake rolls for 23-26 minutes or until golden brown.
    • Mix cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, reserved filling, and milk to make the glaze. Spread over warm rolls.

Notes

  • You can swap strawberries for blueberries or raspberries for variety.
  • Prep the filling and tangzhong the night before to save time in the morning.
  • Rolls can be frozen before or after baking for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 190mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg