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Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls: A Decadent Fusion of Flavors

These Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls are a dreamy fusion of soft, fluffy homemade cinnamon rolls and creamy strawberry cheesecake. Swirled with tangy cream cheese filling, sweet strawberry jam, and topped with a rich cream cheese glaze, they’re perfect for brunch, dessert, or whenever you want to wow your crowd with something totally irresistible.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

  • 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 3/4 cup warm milk (around 110°F)

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 egg

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Strawberry Layer:

  • 1/2 cup strawberry jam or preserves

  • Optional: 1/2 cup fresh chopped strawberries

For the Cinnamon Sugar:

  • 1/4 cup softened butter

  • 1/3 cup brown sugar

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

For the Cream Cheese Glaze:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 2 tbsp butter, softened

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 1–2 tbsp milk

  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit 5 minutes.

  2. Add egg, melted butter, salt, and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5–7 minutes (by hand or with dough hook).

  3. Cover the dough and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.

  4. Meanwhile, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Set aside.

  5. Mix cinnamon sugar filling: stir together softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

  6. Roll dough out on floured surface into a 16×12″ rectangle.

  7. Spread cinnamon sugar mixture over dough, followed by cheesecake filling, then strawberry jam.

  8. Roll up tightly from long side. Slice into 12 even rolls.

  9. Place in a greased or parchment-lined 9×13 baking dish. Cover and rise for 30–45 minutes.

  10. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes, until golden and cooked through.

  11. While baking, make glaze: beat all glaze ingredients until smooth and pourable.

  12. Drizzle glaze over warm rolls and serve immediately!

Notes

  • Use room temp cream cheese so it spreads smoothly.

  • Don’t overfill—too much jam may cause leaks (but caramelized edges = yum).

  • Use unflavored dental floss to slice cleanly.

  • You can prep the night before and bake fresh in the morning.

 

  • Freeze baked rolls (unglazed) and glaze after reheating.

  • Author: Lily
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Rise Time: 90 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Brunch, Dessert, Sweet Bake
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American, Bakery-Style

Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Honey Bun Cheesecake