Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze
Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze are soft, gooey, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. After making these many times, I discovered the trick to the perfect strawberry filling. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes and Korean BBQ Meatball Rice Bowls.
Why This Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze Is Pure Comfort
- Soft, fluffy dough
- Gooey strawberry filling
- Creamy, tangy glaze
What You'll Need for Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Strawberries
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
- Cinnamon
- Vanilla extract
- Optional: Powdered sugar
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Strawberries: Fresh or frozen work well.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Stand Mixer — Kneads dough quickly and evenly. → See on Amazon
- Food Processor — Makes quick work of chopping strawberries. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze
- Prepare Dough: Mix, knead, and let rise.
- Make Filling: Chop strawberries, mix with sugar and cornstarch.
- Assemble Rolls: Roll out dough, spread filling, roll up, and slice.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes.
- Prepare Glaze: Mix cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
- Serve: Drizzle glaze over warm rolls.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid over-kneading dough to prevent tough rolls. Add 1 tablespoon of water at a time if dough is too dry.
- Pro tip: For a shortcut, use store-bought pizza dough.
- Pro tip: Freeze leftover rolls for up to 3 months.
Storing & Reheating Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare dough and filling the night before. Assemble and bake in the morning.
Freezing Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze
Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a tangier glaze, add a tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Best substitution: Substitute applesauce for the butter in the glaze for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: Assemble rolls, but don't bake. Refrigerate overnight. Bake as directed the next morning.
- Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger batch.
- Troubleshooting: If rolls are dry, add more milk to the dough or glaze.
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Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Strawberries
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
Seasonings
- Cinnamon
- Vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: Mix, knead, and let rise.
- Make Filling: Chop strawberries, mix with sugar and cornstarch.
- Assemble Rolls: Roll out dough, spread filling, roll up, and slice.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes.
- Prepare Glaze: Mix cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
- Serve: Drizzle glaze over warm rolls.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a tangier glaze, add a tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Best substitution: Substitute applesauce for the butter in the glaze for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: Assemble rolls, but don't bake. Refrigerate overnight. Bake as directed the next morning.
- Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger batch.
- Troubleshooting: If rolls are dry, add more milk to the dough or glaze.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.
- Make ahead: Prepare dough and filling the night before. Assemble and bake in the morning.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze FAQs
Yes, assemble rolls, but don't bake. Refrigerate overnight. Bake as directed the next morning.
Avoid over-kneading dough and add more milk to the dough or glaze if needed.
Yes, freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
No, air fryers are not suitable for baking these rolls.
Applesauce can be used as a lighter substitute.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
