Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls Recipe
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.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine lukewarm milk and yeast. Let sit until frothy.
- Mix the Dough: Combine flour, sugar, salt. Add yeast, butter, egg, vanilla. Mix into a dough.
- Knead the Dough: Knead on floured surface for 8-10 minutes.
- Let the Dough Rise: Let rise for 1-1.5 hours.
- Blend the Cream Cheese: Beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the Other Ingredients: Mix in sugar, vanilla, flour, sour cream.
- Make the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, salt.
- Prepare the Butter: Soften butter.
- Roll Out the Dough: Roll into a 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.
- Cut the Rolls: Cut dough into 12 rolls.
- Let the Rolls Rise: Let rise for 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Cool Slightly: Cool for 10 minutes.
- Mix the Icing: Beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, salt, milk.
- Drizzle or Spread: Drizzle/spread icing over warm rolls.
- Slice the Strawberries: Slice and toss strawberries with sugar.
- 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.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls, Cinnamon Rolls Recipe, Cream Cheese Icing, Dessert