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Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls

Fluffy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls that You'll Crave Daily

These Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls combine fluffy brioche dough with a vibrant strawberry filling, making a delightful treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Milk whole or 2% milk
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Dry Yeast active dry yeast can be substituted
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour measure by weight for accuracy
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt ensure correct measurements
  • 1 large Egg (room temperature) for better emulsification
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (very soft) enhances flavor
For the Strawberry Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Strawberries
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh lemon juice recommended
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened) Philadelphia cream cheese preferred
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar adjust quantity for desired sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use pure vanilla for best flavor
  • 1/4 cup Strawberry Puree (cold from filling)

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Saucepan
  • baking dish
  • blender
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Strawberry Filling: In a saucepan, combine strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Cook until thickened, blend until smooth, and allow to cool.
  2. Make Brioche Dough: In a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Gradually add warm milk, butter, and egg, knead until smooth.
  3. First Rise: Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area until doubled in size (about 2 hours).
  4. Shape Rolls: Punch down dough, roll out, spread filling, roll tightly, and slice into 12 rolls.
  5. Second Rise: Arrange rolls in a greased dish, cover, and let rise until puffy (30 minutes to 1 hour).
  6. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Prepare Glaze: Beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and strawberry puree until smooth.
  8. Glaze Rolls: Spread glaze over warm rolls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the filling is cool before spreading it on the dough to prevent soggy rolls. Store unglazed rolls at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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