Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Cream Cheese Glaze
Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Cream Cheese Glaze are a delectable twist on the classic cinnamon roll. The sweet and tangy strawberry filling combined with the zesty lemon cream cheese glaze creates a mouthwatering treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a special dessert. These rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp instant yeast
¼ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 egg
¼ cup water
¾ cup milk
⅓ cup butter, softened
1 (21 oz) can strawberry pie filling
2 teaspoons cinnamon
½ teaspoon sugar
4 oz cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
¼ cup half and half
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest (one lemon)
1 teaspoon vanilla
Directions
In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, add the milk and butter. Stir until the butter has melted and remove from heat. Let stand until lukewarm.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add this mixture to the stand mixer with the dough hook attached. (You can also make this by hand, just knead until smooth once all the ingredients are added.) Add the egg and water and mix until just starting to combine. Slowly add in the milk mixture and 1 cup of flour until the dough starts to form and become smooth. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a large 9×15 inch rectangle, about ¼-½ inch thick. Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly on top of the dough. In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and sugar, then sprinkle it on top of the strawberry filling. Roll up the 15-inch side into a log and pinch the seams. Cut into 9-12 slices, depending on how thick you want your cinnamon rolls. Place in a greased 9×13 inch pan, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Bake for 30 minutes or until just golden brown on the tops.
Glaze:
In a small bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until smooth. Add the half and half, vanilla, lemon juice, and lemon zest, and mix until combined. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls and enjoy!
Prep Time: 40 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes | Servings: 12
