Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls

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🍓 Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls 🍓
A Rich & Creamy Twist on the Classic Cinnamon Roll

🥮 Introduction

Imagine biting into a warm, soft cinnamon roll, its golden spirals filled with buttery cinnamon sugar — but then, a twist! A luscious swirl of strawberry preserves and creamy cheesecake filling transforms this comforting classic into a gourmet dessert dream. These Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls are the perfect fusion of tangy cream cheese, juicy strawberries, and that signature gooey Cinnabon texture everyone craves.

Whether for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or a sweet celebration, this recipe brings a bakery-level treat straight to your kitchen.

🧺 Ingredients

For the Dough:

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
  • 1 packet (2¼ tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C)
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 eggs

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Strawberry Layer:

  • ¾ cup strawberry preserves or jam
  • ½ cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped (optional)

For the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2½ tsp ground cinnamon

For the Cream Cheese Glaze:

  • 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (to desired consistency)

🧁 Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk with 1 tsp sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, salt, eggs, and melted butter.
  3. Pour in the yeast mixture and knead (by hand or stand mixer) for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Cover the bowl with a damp towel and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 2: Prepare Cheesecake Filling

  1. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until creamy and smooth.
  2. Set aside.

Step 3: Roll and Fill

  1. Roll out dough on a floured surface into a 16×12 inch rectangle.
  2. Spread softened butter evenly.
  3. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
  4. Dollop the cheesecake filling and gently spread it out.
  5. Spread strawberry preserves and scatter chopped strawberries over it.

Step 4: Roll Up and Cut

  1. Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log.
  2. Slice into 12 equal rolls using a sharp knife or dental floss.
  3. Place rolls in a greased 9×13 baking dish.
  4. Cover and let rise another 30–45 minutes.

Step 5: Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake rolls for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and puffed.

Step 6: Make Glaze

  1. Beat cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Add vanilla and milk until pourable.

Step 7: Serve

  1. Let the rolls cool slightly.
  2. Drizzle with glaze while warm.
  3. Garnish with sliced strawberries or powdered sugar if desired.

🥣 Methods

  • Mixing Dough: Hand kneading or using a stand mixer with a dough hook.
  • Proofing: Warm environment (oven with light on or covered near a warm stove).
  • Spreading Fillings: Offset spatula for even layering.
  • Cutting Rolls: Use unflavored dental floss for clean, even cuts.
  • Baking: Middle rack for even cooking.

🏺 History

Cinnamon rolls date back to Sweden, known as kanelbullar, where they’ve been a bakery staple for centuries. The Cinnabon brand, founded in 1985 in Seattle, redefined the modern cinnamon roll with extra richness and gooeyness. Meanwhile, cheesecake dates back to ancient Greece and gained popularity in the U.S. in the 20th century. The fusion of cheesecake and cinnamon rolls is a more recent, decadent trend born in home kitchens and viral food culture.

🌟 Benefits

  • Flavor Explosion: Creamy, fruity, sweet, and spiced — all in one bite.
  • Versatile: Perfect for brunch, dessert, or special mornings.
  • Homemade Goodness: Healthier and more satisfying than store-bought versions.
  • Customizable: Swap strawberries for raspberries, blueberries, or even Nutella.

🏗️ Formation (Assembly Visual Guide)

  1. Dough → Flatten to rectangle
  2. Spread → Butter → Cinnamon Sugar → Cheesecake Mix → Strawberry Preserves
  3. Roll → Slice → Arrange in baking pan
  4. Bake → Glaze → Serve

🧠 Nutrition (Per Roll – Approximate)

  • Calories: 390 kcal
  • Fat: 17g
  • Carbs: 53g
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Calcium: 6% DV
  • Iron: 10% DV
    (Values may vary based on specific ingredients used)

💌 Lovers of This Recipe

  • Bakers and Brunch Hosts — Looking for the “wow” factor.
  • Cinnabon Fans — Craving that signature gooey pull.
  • Strawberry Lovers — Who want a fruity twist on tradition.
  • Cheesecake Obsessives — Who want that tangy richness in new forms.
  • Kids and Sweet Tooths — Who adore soft, sweet, sticky pastries.

🏁 Conclusion

Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls are the ultimate indulgence — marrying the best elements of creamy cheesecake, fruity sweetness, and warm cinnamon roll comfort. They’re not just a treat, but a celebration in every swirl. Perfect for holidays, birthdays, or just because.

💖 Lovers Again!

Those who fall in love with these rolls often fall harder with every bite. Make them once, and you’ll have people asking again and again. Food lovers, dessert fans, brunch-goers — this one is for you.

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