Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnabon Rolls with Mini Chocolate Chips combine the classic gooey cinnamon roll with creamy cheesecake filling, fresh strawberries, and melty chocolate chips. Baked to golden perfection and topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze, these homemade rolls are the ultimate indulgent breakfast or dessert—perfect for brunch, holidays, or whenever you’re craving something special.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for rolling)
- 1 packet (2¼ tsp) instant yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Strawberry Filling:
- 1½ cups chopped fresh or frozen strawberries
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (if using frozen berries)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (to thin)
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit until foamy (5–10 minutes). Add eggs, butter, salt, and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms, then knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
- Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Prepare Strawberry Filling: If using frozen strawberries, cook them in a saucepan with cornstarch until thickened, about 5 minutes. Let cool.
- Roll & Fill: Roll risen dough into a large rectangle (about 16×12″). Spread with cheesecake mixture, then top with strawberry filling, brown sugar, cinnamon, and mini chocolate chips.
- Shape Rolls: Roll up tightly from the long side. Slice into 12 rolls using floss or a serrated knife. Place in a greased 9×13″ baking dish. Cover and let rise again for 30–40 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden and cooked through.
- Make Glaze: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Mix in powdered sugar, vanilla, and enough milk to make it pourable.
- Glaze & Serve: Spread glaze over warm rolls right out of the oven. Let it melt into the swirls for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Add lemon zest to the cream cheese filling for extra brightness.
- Use raspberries or blueberries as a fruit variation.
- Crescent roll dough works for a quick shortcut version.
- For individual rolls with crispier edges, bake in a muffin tin.
- Sprinkle extra strawberries or drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.
