Description
Indulgent strawberry cheesecake cinnamon rolls blend classic pastry with creamy dessert flavors. Sweet spirals promise delightful moments of pure comfort for passionate bakers seeking a memorable breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups / 360 g all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp / 1 packet active dry yeast
- ¼ cup / 50 g granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup / 180 ml whole milk, warmed (about 110°F/43°C)
- ¼ cup / 60 ml unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 oz / 113 g cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup / 240 ml strawberry jam or preserves
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced (optional)
- 1 cup / 120 g powdered sugar
- 2 tbsps / 30 g unsalted butter, softened
- ⅔ tbsps milk (to desired consistency)
Instructions
- Yeast Activation: Whisk yeast into warm milk and sugar, allowing the mixture to become frothy and develop a rich, aromatic profile for approximately 7 minutes.
- Dough Base Preparation: Combine melted butter, remaining sugar, egg, and salt in a large mixing bowl, then thoroughly blend with the activated yeast mixture to create a smooth, unified foundation.
- Dough Formation: Gradually incorporate flour into the liquid ingredients, kneading until a cohesive, elastic dough forms that cleanly separates from the bowl’s sides. Transfer to a floured surface and continue kneading with firm, rhythmic motions for 6-8 minutes to develop optimal texture.
- First Rise: Place the developed dough in a generously oiled bowl, covering with a lightweight kitchen towel. Position in a warm, draft-free environment and allow to rise, doubling in volume over 60-90 minutes.
- Filling Creation: While dough rises, prepare the strawberry cheesecake filling by blending cream cheese, fresh strawberries, cinnamon, and additional sugar into a smooth, fragrant mixture.
- Dough Rolling and Filling: Punch down the risen dough and roll into a rectangular shape. Spread the prepared strawberry cheesecake filling evenly across the surface, then carefully roll and slice into individual cinnamon rolls.
- Second Rise and Baking: Arrange rolls in a prepared baking dish, allowing a second gentle rise for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and perfectly puffy.
- Finishing Touch: Remove from oven and top with a luxurious cream cheese glaze, allowing the rolls to cool slightly before serving warm and indulgent.
Notes
- Yeast Activation Precision: Ensure milk temperature is between 100-110°F to properly activate yeast without killing it, creating a perfect frothy base for soft, fluffy rolls.
- Kneading Technique: Use consistent, firm pressure when kneading to develop gluten structure, resulting in a smooth, elastic dough that rises beautifully and creates tender rolls.
- Rising Environment Control: Place dough in a warm, draft-free spot around 75-85°F, covering with a damp cloth to maintain moisture and prevent surface drying during proofing.
- Flour Moisture Management: Add flour gradually and adjust consistency by touch, stopping when dough becomes smooth and slightly tacky but not sticky, ensuring optimal texture and rise.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Breakfast
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg