Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 3 ¾ cups (470g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup (120ml) whole milk, warmed
- ¼ cup (60ml) warm water
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup (75g) unsalted butter, melted
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 2 cups (300g) fresh strawberries, diced
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp lemon juice
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp whole milk (or as needed)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine the warm milk, water, eggs, and melted butter. Mix well.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes, or until it’s smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Tip: The dough should feel soft but not sticky. If it’s too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
Step 2: Prepare the Strawberry Filling
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens into a jam-like consistency.
- Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely before using.
Tip: Cooling the filling prevents it from leaking out while rolling the dough.
Step 3: Roll and Fill
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently and roll it out into a large rectangle (about 12×16 inches).
- Spread the cooled strawberry filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
- Starting from the long side, roll the dough tightly into a log.
- Using a sharp knife or dental floss, slice the log into 12 equal rolls.
Tip: Dental floss works wonders for clean cuts without squishing the rolls!
Step 4: Second Rise
- Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, leaving a little space between each roll.
- Cover with a towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes, or until they’re puffed and touching each other.
Step 5: Bake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and your kitchen smells like heaven.
Step 6: Make the Cream Cheese Glaze
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy and pourable.
Step 7: Glaze and Serve
- Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Drizzle the cream cheese glaze generously over the warm rolls.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12