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Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Soft, tender cinnamon rolls with a strawberrytwist, featuring a tangy fruit filling and a sweet cream cheese glaze.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 Rolls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Filling:
  • 3 cups frozen or fresh strawberries
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
For the Tangzhong:
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup water
For the Dough:
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ cup whole milk room temperature
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Prepared Tangzhong from recipe above
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
For the Glaze:
  • 1 ounce cream cheese room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons reserved strawberry filling
  • 1 tablespoon whole milk

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Strawberry Filling: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the strawberries, brown sugar, and lemon juice. Cook until the strawberries break down and release their juices (about 5-7 minutes). In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add this to the strawberry mixture and cook, stirring, until thickened. Set aside to cool completely.
  2. Make the Tangzhong: In a small saucepan, whisk together the flour and water over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens into a paste. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
  3. Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and cooled Tangzhong. Mix until a shaggy dough forms. Add the softened butter and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic (about 8-10 minutes by hand or 5-7 minutes with a stand mixer). Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  4. Assemble the Rolls: Punch down the dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 12x18 inches. Spread the cooled strawberry filling evenly over the dough. Starting at one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Slice the log into 12 equal rolls. Arrange the rolls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, cover, and let rise for 30-45 minutes, until puffy.
  5. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  6. Prepare the Glaze: Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, reserved strawberry filling, and milk. Mix until smooth and spreadable. Spread the glaze over the warm rolls.