Description
These Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls offer a vibrant, fruit-forward twist on a classic comfort treat. Featuring a pillowy, enriched yeast dough filled with a homemade strawberry jam reduction and aromatic ground cinnamon, every roll is topped with a tangy, strawberry-infused cream cheese glaze. Perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast or a special brunch, these rolls balance the earthy warmth of spice with the bright, fresh notes of seasonal berries for a deeply satisfying experience.
Ingredients
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup milk, room temperature
4 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
2 1/4 teaspoons instant dry yeast
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pint fresh strawberries, diced
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, for the baking dish
4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1/3 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, salt, eggs, butter, and milk. Knead until smooth and elastic, then cover and let rise until doubled in size.
To make the jam, simmer diced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Whisk cornstarch with water, add to the pan, and cook until thickened. Cool completely.
Roll the risen dough into a large rectangle on a floured surface.
Spread the cooled strawberry jam over the dough, then sprinkle evenly with ground cinnamon.
Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into equal pieces.
Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and let rise for a second time.
Bake at 350 degrees F until golden brown.
Whisk cream cheese and powdered sugar with a splash of strawberry jam to make the glaze.
Drizzle over warm rolls and serve.
Notes
Ensure the strawberry jam is completely cooled before spreading to prevent the dough from becoming too soft or tearing. You can substitute fresh strawberries with frozen ones if out of season, just ensure the excess liquid is reduced.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg