Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls (Print Version)
Fluffy rolls swirled with cheesecake, strawberries, cinnamon, and a sweet cream cheese glaze.
# Ingredients:
→ Dough
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3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast
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1/2 tsp salt
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3/4 cup warm milk (about 43°C)
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 large egg
→ Strawberry Cheesecake Filling
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
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1/4 cup strawberry jam
→ Cinnamon Sugar Mixture
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
→ Cream Cheese Glaze
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 tbsp milk (as needed for consistency)
# Steps:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix the warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until the dough begins to come together. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
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In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Stir in the chopped strawberries and strawberry jam until well combined.
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In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth and well combined.
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Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle (about 30x45 cm). Spread the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough, then layer the strawberry cheesecake filling on top. Carefully roll the dough up into a tight log from the long edge. Cut the dough into 12 equal rolls and place them in a greased 23x33 cm baking dish. Cover with a clean towel and let them rise for 30 minutes.
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Preheat your oven to 175°C. Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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While the rolls are baking, beat the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more milk if needed.
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Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over slightly cooled rolls. Serve warm and enjoy.
# Helpful Notes:
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For even layers, make sure the fillings are evenly distributed before rolling the dough.