Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls

A luscious twist on classic cinnamon rolls, these Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls feature pillowy soft dough, a creamy cheesecake filling, cinnamon sugar, and juicy fresh strawberries — all topped with a smooth cream cheese glaze. Whether served for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, they’re always a hit.

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🍞 Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
• ½ cup (120ml) warm whole milk
• 2¼ tsp (7g) active dry yeast
• ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
• ¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large egg
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp salt

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup (50g) sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp flour
• ½ cup (120ml) sour cream or Greek yogurt

For the Cinnamon Sugar:

• ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
• 2 tbsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ cup (60g) butter, softened

Strawberry Topping:

• 1 cup (150g) sliced fresh strawberries
• 1 tbsp sugar (optional)

Cream Cheese Icing:

• 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
• ¼ tsp vanilla
• 1–2 tbsp milk
• Pinch of salt

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🧑‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

1. Activate Yeast: Mix yeast with warm milk. Let sit 5–10 min until frothy.
2. Mix Dough: Combine flour, sugar, salt, butter, egg, and vanilla with yeast mixture.
3. Knead: Knead until smooth and elastic (8–10 min).
4. First Rise: Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, until doubled.

Step 2: Make Cheesecake Filling

Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, vanilla, flour, and sour cream. Mix until creamy. Set aside.

Step 3: Make Cinnamon Sugar

Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. Soften butter for spreading.

Step 4: Assemble Rolls

1. Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll dough into a 16×12-inch rectangle.
2. Spread Fillings: Spread butter, then cheesecake filling, then sprinkle cinnamon sugar.
3. Roll & Slice: Roll up tightly and slice into 12 rolls. Place in greased 9×13-inch pan.
4. Second Rise: Cover and let rise for 30–45 min, until puffy.

Step 5: Bake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25–30 min until golden. Let cool slightly.

Step 6: Make Icing

Whip together icing ingredients, adding milk as needed to reach a pourable consistency.

Step 7: Add Toppings

Top warm rolls with icing, then garnish with sugared strawberries.

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💡 Tips for Success

• Yeast Activation: Ensure milk is 100–110°F — not too hot!
• Warm Rising Environment: Use your oven as a proofing box by preheating for a minute and turning it off.
• Check Doneness: Rolls should register ~190°F inside for perfect texture.
• Icing: Use room-temp ingredients for a smooth glaze. Adjust sugar/milk to taste.

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🧊 Make Ahead & Storage

Freezing (Before Baking): Assemble, freeze, then thaw overnight and allow to rise before baking.
Freezing (After Baking): Cool, wrap, and freeze. Reheat at 350°F for 10–15 min.
Reheating: Oven preferred. Microwave only in a pinch (20–30 sec).

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🍓 Fun Variations

• Blueberry Cheesecake: Swap in fresh blueberries or compote.
• Nutella Swirl: Spread a thin layer of Nutella under the cheesecake.
• Caramel Pecan: Add chopped pecans and drizzle with caramel.
• Apple Cinnamon: Replace cinnamon-sugar with sautéed apples.
• Lemon Blueberry: Add lemon zest to cheesecake + blueberries.
• Vegan: Use plant milk, dairy-free butter/cream cheese, and flax egg.

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🎉 Perfect For…

• Brunch parties
• Special weekend breakfasts
• Holiday mornings
• Dessert with ice cream

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These Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls are fluffy, rich, and bursting with fresh berry flavor — a dreamy bake worth every step. 💕 Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the oven or reheated the next day, they’re pure comfort in every bite.