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Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls

These delightful strawberry cheesecake cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for brunch or dessert, they combine creamy filling with warm cinnamon goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 1 cup strawberries, chopped Use ripe strawberries for the best taste.
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened Make sure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Adjust to your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For aroma and sweetness.
For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Scoop and level it for accurate measuring.
  • 1/4 cup sugar To keep the dough soft and tender.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Helps the rolls rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Improves overall flavor.
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted Adds richness and moisture.
  • 3/4 cup milk Whole milk offers the best texture.
  • 1 whole egg Binds the dough, adding richness.
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon and sugar mixture For filling, adjust based on preference.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For icing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, and vanilla extract, beating until smooth. Fold in chopped strawberries.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Stir melted butter, milk, and egg into the flour mixture until just incorporated.
  5. On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle. Spread the strawberry cheesecake mixture over the dough, and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar mixture.
  6. Roll the dough tightly into a log, pinch seams to seal, and cut into slices.
Baking
  1. Place slices in a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  2. Once out of the oven and cooled slightly, drizzle with icing made from powdered sugar and milk.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for fluffiness. Store baked rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.