Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing
Deliciously unique cinnamon rolls filled with fresh strawberries and a touch of cinnamon, drizzled with creamy icing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 rolls
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon strawberry puree
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix together the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl.
- Combine the milk, melted butter, and egg in another bowl and whisk until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Spread the chopped strawberries over the dough and sprinkle cinnamon on top.
- Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 8 equal rolls.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and strawberry puree until smooth.
- Drizzle the icing over the rolls once they are slightly cooled and serve warm.
Notes
Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor. You can prepare the rolls in advance and refrigerate before baking.