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Freshly Baked Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls Recipe

Imagine combining the sweet swirl of a Cinnabon roll with the creamy goodness of strawberry cheesecake—pure breakfast bliss! These Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with fruity flavor. They’re the perfect treat for weekend brunches, holiday mornings, or just when you need a little sweet pick-me-up.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 9–12 rolls 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet (2¼ tsp) instant yeast
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup warm milk
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries (or thawed frozen strawberries)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ⅓ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp butter, softened
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  2. Add warm milk, melted butter, and the egg. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. In a small saucepan, combine chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the strawberries break down (5–7 minutes). Stir in cornstarch and simmer until thickened. Let cool completely.
  6. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and spreadable.
  7. Roll out the dough into a rectangle (about 14×9 inches). Spread the cheesecake filling evenly across the dough. Spoon the cooled strawberry filling on top. Roll the dough tightly from the long side and cut into 9–12 slices.
  8. Place rolls into a greased baking dish. Cover and let them rise again for 30–40 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.
  10. Beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over warm rolls and enjoy!

Notes

Use room-temperature cream cheese so it blends smoothly. Don’t skip the second rise for extra fluffy rolls. Swap strawberries with blueberries or raspberries for a twist!

  • Author: Clara
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: cinnamon rolls, cheesecake, strawberry, brunch, sweet rolls