Description
Cinnabon-inspired strawberry cheesecake rolls merge classic pastry magic with fruity cheesecake innovation. Sweet layers of cinnamon, cream cheese, and fresh strawberries create an irresistible dessert that beckons hungry palates to indulge.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ cups (442 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsps / 7 g) instant yeast
- ¾ cup (180 ml) warm milk
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup (57 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- ¼ cup strawberry jam
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (57 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar
- 1 ½ tsps ground cinnamon
- 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsps (28 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsps milk (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Dry Ingredient Preparation: Whisk flour, sugar, yeast, and salt together in a large mixing bowl, ensuring uniform distribution.
- Dough Formation: Blend warm milk, melted butter, and egg into dry ingredients, mixing until a smooth, cohesive dough forms without any loose flour.
- Kneading Process: Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead vigorously for 8-10 minutes, developing a silky, elastic consistency that rebounds when touched.
- First Proofing: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let rise in a warm, draft-free area until volume doubles (60-75 minutes).
- Filling Creation: Mash strawberries and combine with cream cheese, cinnamon, and vanilla extract to create a luscious, fragrant filling.
- Dough Rolling and Filling: Deflate proofed dough, roll into a rectangular shape, and spread strawberry-cream cheese mixture evenly, leaving a small border.
- Shaping and Cutting: Roll dough tightly from the longer side into a log, then slice into individual rolls using a sharp serrated knife.
- Second Proofing: Arrange rolls in a buttered baking dish, allowing space for expansion, and let rise for 30-40 minutes until puffy and interconnected.
- Baking and Finishing: Preheat oven and bake rolls until golden brown, with strawberry filling bubbling at the edges. Remove and drizzle with cream cheese glaze while warm.
Notes
- Temperature Control: Maintain warm milk between 110-115°F to activate yeast without killing it, ensuring perfect dough rise and soft roll texture.
- Kneading Technique: Develop gluten by kneading dough thoroughly, creating elasticity that prevents dense, heavy rolls and promotes light, airy consistency.
- Filling Distribution: Spread strawberry-cream cheese mixture evenly, leaving small margins to prevent leakage and ensure balanced flavor in each bite.
- Proofing Environment: Choose a draft-free, warm spot around 80-85°F for optimal dough rising, using a slightly damp towel to prevent surface drying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg