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These strawberry cinnamon rolls are perfectly soft and packed with gooey strawberry filling and lemon cream cheese frosting. They’re easier than they look!
Whether for a special spring brunch, a romantic date night, or a surprise for Mom, this fun twist on the classic favorite will surely bring happiness in every layer.
Think soft, fluffy rolls stuffed with strawberry pie filling, all topped off with a rich, bright lemon cream cheese frosting!
They’re sticky, indulgent, and come together easier than expected.
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Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
- You can prep ahead or bake these strawberry cream cheese cinnamon rolls in advance.
- These impressive strawberry cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting are perfect for every occasion.
- These cinnamon rolls with strawberry pie filling are beginner-friendly. You won’t need to cut and roll individual strips!
Ingredients And Substitutions
For the cinnamon rolls:
All-purpose flour – All-purpose flour is perfect for gooey strawberry cinnamon rolls.
Granulated sugar – To sweeten the dough. We haven’t tried this recipe with other sweeteners.
Salt – For flavor and structure.
Instant yeast – You can also use active dry yeast!
Egg – To bind everything together.
Water – Provides moisture.
Milk – Whole milk adds the best flavor and texture thanks to its fat content.
Unsalted butter – For rich, tender strawberry cream cheese cinnamon rolls.
For the strawberry filling:
Strawberry pie filling – We used store-bought for convenience!
Sugar – For additional sweetness.
Cinnamon – The warmth balances the sweetness of the gooey cinnamon rolls with strawberries!
You can also top the dough with chopped pecans before rolling for added crunch.
For the cream cheese frosting:
Cream cheese – Cream cheese icing is the perfect finishing touch to cinnamon rolls with strawberry pie filling.
Powdered sugar – Sweetens and thickens the frosting.
Unsalted butter – Make sure to use room-temperature butter!
Half and half – To adjust the frosting’s consistency. Heavy cream or whole milk also works!
Lemon zest and juice – To add brightness to the frosting.
Vanilla extract – To balance the richness of the frosting.
You can also top your sweet rolls with melted white chocolate! Microwave white chocolate with some softened butter in 30-second intervals until smooth.
Tips For Making This Recipe
Troubleshooting the Dough
If the strawberry cinnamon roll dough feels wet, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it’s workable. But if it’s too dry, add half a tablespoon of milk at a time.
Make Your Own Strawberry Filling
You can make your own cinnamon roll filling by cooking strawberries with brown sugar and lemon juice over medium-high heat, mashing the fresh berries as they cook. Then, stir in a cornstarch slurry and continue cooking until your fresh strawberry jam thickens.
Storage Tips
Transfer leftover strawberry rolls with cream cheese frosting to an airtight container and store them in the fridge for 2 to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months. To serve, thaw overnight if frozen and reheat the rolls in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
Strawberry Cream Cheese Cinnamon Rolls Recipe FAQs
Can I use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour for cinnamon rolls with strawberries?
Yes! You can make these strawberry cream cinnamon rolls with bread flour, and it’s actually the best choice if you prefer chewier rolls. Bread flour also makes a sturdy dough, perfect for handling the heavy strawberry filling.
How do you get the strawberry filling to stay in the cinnamon rolls?
Roll the dough out evenly and leave a border around the edges when you spread the filling. Then, roll up the dough tightly and pinch the seams to really seal the edges.
Why are my homemade cinnamon rolls not gooey?
Too much flour and overbaking can make your strawberry cream cheese cinnamon rolls dry and not gooey!
Can I still bake cinnamon rolls that didn’t rise?
You can still bake your cinnamon rolls with strawberry pie filling even if they didn’t rise, but they won’t be as fluffy and will likely end up dense. To avoid this issue, make sure to let your dough rise somewhere warm and that you’re using fresh yeast.
Can I make the strawberry cinnamon rolls ahead of time?
Assemble the rolls in the baking pan, cover with plastic wrap, refrigerate, and bake the next day. Just take the pan out of the fridge 30 minutes before baking. You can also freeze unbaked strawberry rolls! Thaw, let them rise, and bake.
More Delicious Strawberry Recipes
- Strawberry Spoon Cake
- Strawberry Peach Cobbler
- Strawberry Brownies
- Vegan Strawberry Shortcake
- Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream
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Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls
Ingredients
For the Cinnamon Rolls:
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 1 pc egg
- 1/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 1 can strawberry pie filling
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup half and half
- 1 lemon for the zest
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
CINNAMON ROLLS:
- Heat a saucepan over low-medium heat.
- Add the milk and butter, stirring until the butter is completely melted. Remove from heat and set aside to cool until lukewarm.
- Whisk together 2 1/4 cups of flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Transfer the dry ingredients to a stand mixer.
- Add the egg and water to the flour mixture and combine with the dough hook. Slowly add the milk and butter mixture.
- Add the remaining flour and mix until a dough forms. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle.
STRAWBERRY FILLING:
- Spread the strawberry filling evenly on top of the dough. Sprinkle sugar and cinnamon on top.
- Roll the dough into a log, then pinch the seam together. Place the log seam side down and use a sharp knife to cut it into slices, adjusting the thickness to your preference.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line the baking pan with parchment paper.
- Place the cinnamon rolls in the pan and cover loosely with a damp cloth.
- Allow them to rise for 30 minutes, then bake for 30 minutes until the tops of the rolls are golden brown.
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
- Meanwhile, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and butter with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Add the half and half, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well-combined.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled strawberry cinnamon rolls, and you’re done!
Notes
- If the strawberry cinnamon roll dough feels wet, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it’s workable. But if it’s too dry, add half a tablespoon of milk at a time.
- You can make your own cinnamon roll filling by cooking strawberries with brown sugar and lemon juice over medium-high heat, mashing the fresh berries as they cook. Then, stir in a cornstarch slurry and continue cooking until your fresh strawberry jam thickens.
- Transfer leftover strawberry rolls with cream cheese frosting to an airtight container and store them in the fridge for 2 to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months. To serve, thaw overnight if frozen and reheat the rolls in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
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