Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls (Print Version)
Fluffy rolls layered with cheesecake and strawberries, finished with vanilla glaze
# What You Need:
→ Dough
01 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
04 - 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed to 110°F
05 - 1/4 cup warm water
06 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
07 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
→ Cheesecake Filling
09 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
10 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
11 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Strawberry Filling
12 - 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
13 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
14 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
15 - 1 tsp lemon juice
→ Cinnamon Sugar
16 - 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
17 - 2 tsp ground cinnamon
→ Vanilla Glaze
18 - 1 cup powdered sugar
19 - 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
20 - 2 tbsp milk
21 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
# How to Prepare:
01 - Whisk together warm milk, water, melted butter, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add eggs and salt to yeast mixture. Gradually incorporate flour, mixing until combined. Knead by hand or mixer for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
03 - Cover dough and place in warm area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
04 - Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
05 - Combine strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly until thickened. Cool completely.
06 - Combine brown sugar and cinnamon in small bowl. Set aside.
07 - Punch down risen dough and roll into 16x12-inch rectangle on floured surface. Spread cheesecake filling evenly, top with strawberry mixture, and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
08 - Roll dough tightly from long side. Cut into 12 equal pieces and place in greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
09 - Cover rolls and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
10 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 25-28 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
11 - Whisk powdered sugar, cream cheese, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
12 - Drizzle warm rolls generously with glaze. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The cinnamon sugar and strawberry combo hits that perfect sweet spot between bakery classic and fruit-filled indulgence
- These rolls freeze beautifully before baking so you can wake up to homemade perfection on busy weekdays
02 -
- Make sure your strawberry filling is completely cool before spreading or it will melt the cheesecake layer and make a mess
- Room temperature ingredients mix better and create a smoother dough so plan ahead
03 -
- Use unflavored dental floss to slice rolls without squishing them just slide it under the log cross ends over and pull tight
- Rotate the pan halfway through baking so all the rolls brown evenly