– For the Dough:
– 4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) instant yeast
– ½ cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup whole milk, warmed
– ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 large egg
– For the Cheesecake Filling:
– 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
– ½ cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
– For the Cinnamon Filling:
– ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
– ½ cup brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
– For the Glaze:
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 2 tablespoons milk
– ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Making the Irresistible Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls is a rewarding process. Follow these steps for success:
1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the warmed milk, melted butter, and egg until combined.
3. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
4. Knead the Dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6. Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in the diced strawberries gently.
7. Prepare the Cinnamon Filling: In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.
8. Roll the Dough: After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
9. Spread the Fillings: Evenly spread the cheesecake filling over the rolled-out dough, followed by the cinnamon filling.
10. Roll It Up: Starting from one long side, carefully roll the dough into a log, making sure to keep the fillings inside.
11. Slice into Rolls: Cut the log into 12 even pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.
12. Second Rise: Cover the rolls with a cloth and let them rise for another 30 minutes until puffy.
13. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
14. Bake the Rolls: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
15. Prepare the Glaze: While the rolls are baking, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
16. Cool and Drizzle: Once baked, remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool for about 10-15 minutes before drizzling with the glaze.
With these steps, you’ll have beautifully baked Irresistible Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls that will make your kitchen smell divine!