Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls combine the classic cinnamon roll with a luscious cream cheese and strawberry filling for a sweet, creamy breakfast treat or dessert. Soft cinnamon roll dough is topped with a smooth cream cheese mixture, rolled up, baked to golden perfection, then finished with a simple powdered sugar glaze and fresh strawberries for a burst of fruity flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 package cinnamon roll dough (or homemade dough)
Filling
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup strawberries, chopped
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- Water (enough to thin glaze, about 1-2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the rolls.
- Prepare Dough: Roll out the cinnamon roll dough on a clean surface, pressing seams together gently to form a smooth rectangle for easy spread of filling.
- Make Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium-sized bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent overflow when rolling.
- Roll and Slice: Tightly roll the dough from one end to the other to form a log, then slice it into individual rolls about 1 to 1.5 inches thick.
- Arrange and Bake: Place the rolls cut-side up in the prepared baking dish, ensuring some space between them for rising. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Make Glaze: While the rolls bake, mix powdered sugar with a small amount of water, about 1-2 tablespoons, to create a smooth glaze that is pourable.
- Glaze and Garnish: Once the rolls are baked and slightly cooled, drizzle the powdered sugar glaze over the top and sprinkle with the chopped fresh strawberries for a burst of sweet freshness.
- Serve: Serve warm and enjoy these indulgent Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls fresh out of the oven for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can use store-bought cinnamon roll dough for convenience or homemade dough for a fresher taste.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Adjust the glaze consistency by adding more water or powdered sugar as needed.
- These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated gently before serving.
- Fresh strawberries add a nice contrast; frozen or other berries can be used if desired.
