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Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Cream Cheese Glaze

Fluffy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Zesty Lemon Cream Cheese Glaze

Delight in these Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Cream Cheese Glaze, a blend of juicy strawberries and warm cinnamon.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Milk whole or almond milk
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter softened or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 3.5 cups All-Purpose Flour can use gluten-free blend
  • 1 packet Instant Yeast or active dry yeast with proofing
  • 0.25 cups Granulated Sugar can use brown sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt reduce for low-sodium diets
  • 1 large Egg or flaxseed meal for vegan options
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Strawberry Pie Filling homemade filling is great
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon optional mix in other spices
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
For the Glaze
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese or vegan cream cheese
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar or coconut sugar for lower glycemic index
  • 2 tablespoons Half & Half or regular milk for lighter version
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice substitute with lime juice if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Freeze-Dried Strawberries or fresh strawberries

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • saucepan
  • Floured Surface
  • Baking pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating 1 cup of milk and 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a saucepan until warm but not boiling.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 3 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 packet of instant yeast, ¼ cup of granulated sugar, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. Pour in the warm milk mixture and add 1 beaten egg, mixing until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 6-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a cloth. Let it rest in a warm area for 10 minutes.
  6. On a generously floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle, about ½ inch thick.
  7. Spread 1 cup of strawberry pie filling evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
  8. Starting from one edge, tightly roll the dough into a log.
  9. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces.
  10. Arrange the sliced rolls in a greased baking pan, leaving space between each for rising.
  11. Cover the pan with a towel and let the rolls rise for an additional 30 minutes.
  12. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once ready, bake the rolls for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
  13. While the rolls bake, prepare the glaze by beating 4 ounces of cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of softened butter, 1 cup of powdered sugar, and 2 tablespoons of half & half.
  14. Add the zest and juice of 1 lemon along with 2 tablespoons of crushed freeze-dried strawberries, mixing until smooth.
  15. Once the rolls are out of the oven and slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best taste. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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