Name: Strawberry Swirl Cinnamon Rolls With Glazed Finish
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 250 g (2 ⅓ cups) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure for a soft, chewy roll.; 30 g (2 Tbsp) Granulated Sugar: Activates yeast and adds tenderness.; 5 g (1 tsp) Instant Yeast: The rising agent for light and fluffy rolls.; 3 g (½ tsp) Salt: Enhances flavor and controls yeast activity.; 60 ml (¼ cup) Warm Whole Milk: Adds moisture and richness.; 30 g (2 Tbsp) Unsalted Butter, Melted: Adds flavor and tenderness.; 1 Large Egg: Binds ingredients and adds richness.; 100 g (½ cup) Cream Cheese, Softened: Creates a smooth, creamy strawberry swirl.; 80 g (½ cup) Fresh Strawberry Purée: Infuses vibrant strawberry flavor.; 30 g (¼ cup) Powdered Sugar: Adds sweetness to the swirl.; ½ tsp Ground Cinnamon: Adds warmth and depth of flavor.; Zest of ½ Lemon: Brightens strawberry flavor.; 80 g (⅔ cup) Powdered Sugar: For a smooth, pourable glaze.; 20 ml (1 Tbsp) Strawberry Purée: Enhances glaze flavor and color.; 1 ml (¼ tsp) Lemon Juice: Balances glaze sweetness.; 4 Fresh Strawberries, Thinly Sliced: For garnish.; A Pinch of Flaky Sea Salt: Enhances sweetness (optional).; Light Dusting of Powdered Sugar: For a finishing touch.

Description

These strawberry swirl cinnamon rolls offer a vibrant spring twist on a classic comfort bake. Warm, fluffy rolls are filled with a luscious strawberry swirl and topped with a delicate strawberry glaze.

Ingredients

Scale

250 g (2 ⅓ cups) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure for a soft, chewy roll.
30 g (2 Tbsp) Granulated Sugar: Activates yeast and adds tenderness.
5 g (1 tsp) Instant Yeast: The rising agent for light and fluffy rolls.
3 g (½ tsp) Salt: Enhances flavor and controls yeast activity.
60 ml (¼ cup) Warm Whole Milk: Adds moisture and richness.
30 g (2 Tbsp) Unsalted Butter, Melted: Adds flavor and tenderness.
1 Large Egg: Binds ingredients and adds richness.
100 g (½ cup) Cream Cheese, Softened: Creates a smooth, creamy strawberry swirl.
80 g (½ cup) Fresh Strawberry Purée: Infuses vibrant strawberry flavor.
30 g (¼ cup) Powdered Sugar: Adds sweetness to the swirl.
½ tsp Ground Cinnamon: Adds warmth and depth of flavor.
Zest of ½ Lemon: Brightens strawberry flavor.
80 g (⅔ cup) Powdered Sugar: For a smooth, pourable glaze.
20 ml (1 Tbsp) Strawberry Purée: Enhances glaze flavor and color.
1 ml (¼ tsp) Lemon Juice: Balances glaze sweetness.
4 Fresh Strawberries, Thinly Sliced: For garnish.
A Pinch of Flaky Sea Salt: Enhances sweetness (optional).
Light Dusting of Powdered Sugar: For a finishing touch.

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Instructions

Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
Prepare Wet Ingredients: Warm milk and melt butter; combine with egg.
Combine Wet & Dry: Knead dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise: Let dough rise for 1 hour, or until doubled.
Make Strawberry Swirl: Beat cream cheese, strawberry purée, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon zest.
Roll & Fill: Roll dough into a rectangle, spread with swirl, and roll tightly.
Cut & Proof: Cut into 12 rolls and proof for 30 minutes.
Bake: Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 18-20 minutes.
Prepare Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, strawberry purée, and lemon juice.
Glaze & Garnish: Drizzle glaze over warm rolls and garnish with strawberries and salt.

Notes

For best results, use softened cream cheese and fresh strawberries. Rolling the dough tightly is key for defined swirls.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 25 g
Sodium: 150 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 50 mg