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Freshly baked strawberry cinnamon rolls topped with cream frosting

Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls

These warm, sweet rolls are filled with fresh strawberries and topped with a creamy glaze, making them the perfect brunch treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Use spoon-and-level method for measuring.
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 packet instant yeast Store in fridge or freezer for freshness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk Lukewarm for activating yeast.
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped Firm and ripe berries.
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
Glaze ingredients
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened Use room temperature for smooth blending.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk Use to thin glaze.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt. In a separate bowl, warm the milk and whisk in the melted butter and the egg until combined.
  2. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mix and stir until a shaggy dough forms. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and slightly elastic, about 6–8 minutes by hand.
Filling and Shaping
  1. Roll the dough into a 12x8-inch rectangle. Brush with butter, sprinkle cinnamon and brown sugar, and scatter chopped strawberries.
  2. Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 9–12 equal pieces. Place the rolls cut-side up in a greased baking dish.
Baking
  1. Cover and let the rolls rise for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
Glazing
  1. While rolls bake, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Adjust milk for desired consistency.
  2. Drizzle or spread glaze over warm rolls after cooling slightly.

Notes

For variations, try lemon zest or chocolate chips. Use a sharp knife to slice rolls for best results. Store refrigerated or freeze for later use.