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Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls

These Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls combine soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls with creamy cheesecake filling and a fresh strawberry glaze for the ultimate bakery-style treat. Perfect for brunch, holidays, celebrations, or replacing a classic birthday cheesecake, these rolls deliver the rich flavor of cheesecake with the comforting sweetness of warm cinnamon buns. Ideal for anyone looking for easy dessert recipes, cheesecake ideas, or creative dessert recipes that impress with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rise Time: 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup warm milk 110°F / 43°C
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp salt
  • For the Cinnamon Filling
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the Strawberry Glaze
  • 1 cup mashed strawberries fresh or frozen, thawed
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Optional: extra strawberries for topping

Method
 

  1. Make the Dough
  2. In a bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tbsp sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  3. Add remaining sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt. Mix until combined.
  4. Add flour slowly and mix to form a soft dough.
  5. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth.
  6. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled.
  7. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
  8. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Set aside.
  9. Prepare the Cinnamon Filling
  10. Combine softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon into a smooth paste.
  11. Assemble the Rolls
  12. Punch down the dough and roll into a 14×18-inch rectangle.
  13. Spread cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
  14. Spread cheesecake filling on top of the cinnamon layer.
  15. Roll tightly into a log and slice into 12 rolls.
  16. Place into a greased baking dish.
  17. Bake
  18. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  19. Bake rolls for 22–25 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
  20. Let cool slightly before glazing.
  21. Prepare the Strawberry Glaze
  22. Mash strawberries, then whisk with powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
  23. Drizzle over warm rolls and top with extra strawberries if desired.

Notes

For thicker glaze, add more powdered sugar; for thinner, add more strawberry juice.
Make ahead: shape the rolls, refrigerate overnight, and bake the next morning.
Freeze baked (unglazed) rolls for up to 2 months.
Add cream cheese frosting under the strawberry glaze for an extra indulgent version.
Perfect for brunch, holidays, and replacing traditional birthday cheesecake.