Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Cream Cheese Glaze

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Infuse your Christmas mornings with the sweet and tangy flavors of these Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls, topped with a luscious Lemon Cream Cheese Glaze. The soft, buttery dough, swirled with fruity strawberry filling and a hint of cinnamon, creates a delightful contrast to the bright citrus glaze. These rolls are perfect for a festive breakfast or a comforting holiday treat. Indulge in this heartwarming recipe and let the holiday spirit rise with every bite! 🎄🍓✨

Ingredients

For the Dough:

  • 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup water
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ⅓ cup butter (softened)

For the Filling:

  • 1 (21 oz) can Strawberry Pie Filling
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon sugar

For the Lemon Cream Cheese Glaze:

  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 3 tablespoons butter (softened)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup half and half
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (one lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

Prepare the Dough:

  1. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the milk and butter until the butter melts. Let it cool to lukewarm.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
  3. Using a stand mixer with a dough hook (or kneading by hand), combine the flour mixture, egg, and water. Slowly add the lukewarm milk mixture and the remaining 1 cup of flour. Mix until the dough is smooth and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Assemble the Rolls:

  1. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 9×15-inch rectangle, about ¼-½ inch thick.
  2. Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
  3. Roll the dough tightly from the 15-inch side to form a log, pinching the seams to seal. Slice into 9-12 rolls.
  4. Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch pan, cover with a damp cloth, and let them rise for 30 minutes.

Bake:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 30 minutes or until golden brown on top.

Make the Glaze:

  1. In a small bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until smooth. Add the half and half, vanilla, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing until fully combined.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls and enjoy!

Prep Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes | Servings: 12

Treat your loved ones to these festive Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Cream Cheese Glaze and fill your holiday home with warmth and joy! 🎄🍋✨

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