Indulge in the sweetness of homemade strawberry-filled cinnamon rolls with a twist on the classic recipe. These soft, fluffy rolls are filled with a luscious strawberry filling and topped with a creamy glaze for the perfect breakfast treat or dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup strawberry preserves
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
- In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add sugar, butter, salt, eggs, and flour to the yeast mixture.
- Knead the dough until smooth, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread strawberry preserves, brown sugar, and cinnamon on top.
- Roll up the dough tightly, cut into slices, and place in a greased baking pan.
- Cover and let rise for 30 minutes, then bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.
- Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make the glaze and drizzle over warm rolls before serving.
- Enjoy these strawberry-filled cinnamon rolls warm with a cup of coffee or tea!
Interesting Facts
Cinnamon rolls are believed to have originated in Sweden in the 1920s.
Strawberries are high in antioxidants and Vitamin C, making them a healthy choice for dessert.