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Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls

Soft homemade Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls filled with fresh strawberry filling and cinnamon.Baked until fluffy and golden, then topped with sweet vanilla glaze.Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast / Brunch
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

For the Dough

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour 440 g
  • 1 cup warm whole milk 240 ml
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 7 g
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar 50 g
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted (60 g)
  • ½ teaspoon salt 3 g

For the Strawberry Filling

  • 1 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries 150 g
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar 65 g
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch 8 g
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice 15 ml
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened (30 g)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 8 g

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar 120 g
  • 2 –3 tablespoons milk 30–45 ml
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 2.5 ml

Instructions
 

  • Warm the milk to about 110°F (43°C). Stir in the sugar and sprinkle the yeast over the top. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  • Add the egg, melted butter, and salt. Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms.
  • Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cook for 5–7 minutes until thickened, then cool completely.
  • Roll the dough into a 14 x 9-inch rectangle. Spread the cinnamon butter, then evenly spread the strawberry filling.
  • Roll tightly into a log and cut into 9–12 rolls. Arrange in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30–45 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls for 20–25 minutes until lightly golden.
  • Whisk glaze ingredients until smooth and drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute frozen strawberries if fresh are not available. Thaw and drain them first.
  • For extra richness, add a cream cheese glaze instead of vanilla glaze.
  • Serve these strawberry sweet rolls warm with coffee or tea.