Ultimate Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls
A decadent, fruit-filled breakfast treat featuring soft brioche dough, fresh strawberry swirls, and a rich cheesecake frosting.
Ingredients
- 1 batch enriched yeast dough standard 4-cup flour recipe
- ½ cup strawberry jam
- 1.5 cups fresh strawberries finely diced
- ¼ cup granulated sugar mixed with 1 tsp cinnamon
- 4 oz cream cheese softened (for filling)
- ⅓ cup heavy cream to pour over rolls
- For the Cheesecake Frosting:
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Extra strawberries and graham cracker crumbs for garnish
Instructions
- Roll out risen dough into a 12x18 inch rectangle.
- Spread with softened butter, then layer on the strawberry jam.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and diced strawberries. Dollop small bits of softened cream cheese over the berries.
- Roll tightly and cut into 12 even rolls. Place in a greased 9x13 baking dish.
- Cover and let rise in a warm spot for 45 minutes until doubled.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Pour heavy cream over the top of the risen rolls.
- Bake for 22–26 minutes until lightly golden.
- Whisk together frosting ingredients until smooth.
- Frost the rolls while still warm. Top with fresh strawberry slices and graham cracker crumbs.