Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls (Print View)
Soft cinnamon rolls filled with creamy cheesecake and sweet strawberries, topped with vanilla glaze.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dough
01 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
04 - 1/2 cup whole milk, warm (110°F)
05 - 1/4 cup warm water
06 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
07 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
→ Cheesecake Filling
09 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
10 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
11 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Strawberry Filling
12 - 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
13 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
14 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
15 - 1 tsp lemon juice
→ Cinnamon Sugar
16 - 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
17 - 2 tsp ground cinnamon
→ Vanilla Glaze
18 - 1 cup powdered sugar
19 - 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
20 - 2 tbsp milk
21 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
# How to Make:
01 - Whisk together warm milk, water, melted butter, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add eggs and salt to yeast mixture, then gradually mix in flour. Knead 8 minutes until smooth by hand or stand mixer.
03 - Cover dough and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
04 - Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until creamy and smooth. Set aside for assembly.
05 - Combine strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Simmer over medium heat 3–5 minutes, stirring constantly until thickened. Cool completely.
06 - Combine brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Set aside.
07 - Punch down risen dough and roll out on a floured surface into a 16x12-inch rectangle. Spread cheesecake filling evenly over dough, top with cooled strawberry mixture, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
08 - Tightly roll dough from the long side into a log. Slice into 12 even rolls and arrange in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
09 - Cover rolls and let rise 30–45 minutes until puffy.
10 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 25–28 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
11 - Whisk together powdered sugar, cream cheese, milk, and vanilla until smooth and drizzling consistency.
12 - Drizzle warm rolls generously with glaze. Serve immediately while still warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The combination of warm cinnamon roll, cool cheesecake, and sweet strawberries creates three different textures in every bite
- These freeze beautifully before baking, so you can wake up to homemade rolls on busy weekdays
- The strawberry filling cuts through the richness perfectly, keeping each roll balanced rather than overwhelmingly sweet
02 -
- The strawberry filling must be completely cool before spreading, otherwise it melts the butter in the dough and creates a sticky mess
- Use unflavored dental floss or a sharp knife to cut clean rolls without squishing the dough
- These continue baking slightly from residual heat, so remove them when the tops are golden even if the center feels slightly soft
03 -
- Butter your baking dish instead of using oil spray for a crispier bottom crust
- Place a baking sheet on the rack below the pan to catch any sugary drips and prevent smoking in your oven