Description
Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect treat for any occasion, blending the sweet, juicy flavor of ripe strawberries with the warm, comforting essence of cinnamon and sugar. These homemade rolls offer a soft, fluffy texture that melts in your mouth, making them an irresistible addition to your breakfast or brunch spread. Topped with a luscious creamy glaze, each bite is a delightful explosion of fruity goodness. This easy-to-follow recipe requires just under two hours from start to finish, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Impress your friends and family with these beautiful strawberry-filled rolls that are sure to become a household favorite!
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Fresh Strawberries
- Active Dry Yeast
- Granulated Sugar
- Ground Cinnamon
- Unsalted Butter
- Powdered Sugar (for glaze)
- Milk or Cream (for glaze)
Instructions
- Warm ½ cup of milk to about 110°F (43°C), mix with active dry yeast, and let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
- Combine melted butter and one beaten egg with the yeast mixture; then add to dry ingredients to form a soft dough.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 6 minutes until smooth. Let rise in an oiled bowl covered with plastic wrap for approximately 1 hour.
- Chop fresh strawberries and mix brown sugar with cinnamon for the filling.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread melted butter on top, sprinkle with sugar-cinnamon mixture, and layer chopped strawberries.
- Roll tightly into a log shape, cut into 12 equal pieces, and place in a greased baking dish; let rise again for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown. Drizzle with glaze before serving.
Notes
Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor; freeze-dried options can also work without excess moisture.
Experiment by adding nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor variations.
For make-ahead convenience, prepare the dough up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate overnight before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Use fresh strawberries for optimal flavor; freeze-dried options can be used without excess moisture.- Experiment by adding nuts or chocolate chips for added flavor variations.- For make-ahead convenience, prepare the dough up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate overnight before baking.