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Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls Recipe

Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls Recipe

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Indulge in these Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls for a decadent treat that combines the sweetness of cinnamon sugar with creamy cheesecake filling and fresh strawberries, topped with a tangy cream cheese icing.

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
  • 12 tablespoons whole milk, as needed for consistency
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine lukewarm milk and yeast. Let sit until frothy.
  2. Mix the Dough: Combine flour, sugar, salt. Add yeast, butter, egg, vanilla. Mix into a dough.
  3. Knead the Dough: Knead on floured surface for 8-10 minutes.
  4. Let the Dough Rise: Let rise for 1-1.5 hours.
  5. Blend the Cream Cheese: Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  6. Add the Other Ingredients: Mix in sugar, vanilla, flour, sour cream.
  7. Make the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, salt.
  8. Prepare the Butter: Soften butter.
  9. Roll Out the Dough: Roll into a rectangle.
  10. Spread the Butter: Spread butter over dough.
  11. Add the Cheesecake Filling: Spread cheesecake mixture over dough.
  12. Sprinkle the Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture over cheesecake.
  13. Roll Up the Dough: Roll dough into a log.
  14. Cut the Rolls: Cut dough into 12 rolls.
  15. Let the Rolls Rise: Let rise for 30-45 minutes.
  16. Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
  17. Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  18. Cool Slightly: Cool for 10 minutes.
  19. Mix the Icing: Beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, salt, milk.
  20. Drizzle or Spread: Drizzle/spread icing over warm rolls.
  21. Slice the Strawberries: Slice and toss strawberries with sugar.
  22. Top the Rolls: Arrange strawberries on top of rolls.

Notes

  • You can add nuts or raisins to the filling for extra texture and flavor.
  • These rolls are best served warm but can be stored in an airtight container for a day or two.

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