Description
Start your day with these warm, gooey strawberry cinnamon rolls drizzled with a zesty lemon cream cheese glaze. The perfect blend of sweet strawberries and warm cinnamon creates a deliciously cozy breakfast treat that will make your taste buds dance. Ideal for brunch gatherings or a special indulgence, this recipe brings delightful memories to life, ensuring each bite is as enjoyable as the last.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk (warm)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (diced)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let it sit until bubbly. Add melted butter, sugar, and salt. Gradually mix in flour until a soft dough forms.
- Knead: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Let It Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Create the Filling: Mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and diced strawberries in a bowl.
- Shape Rolls: Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread filling evenly, and roll tightly from one long side.
- Cut & Bake: Slice the rolled dough into pieces and arrange in a greased baking dish. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Make Glaze: Whisk together cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth; drizzle over warm rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg