🍓 Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls with Pecans 🍰✨

Posted by BMA24

These Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect combination of sweet, creamy, and nutty flavors! Soft, fluffy rolls filled with a rich cheesecake layer, fresh strawberries, and crunchy pecans, all topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze. 🛒

🛒 Ingredients:

For the Dough:

  • 🍞 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 🥄 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 🥛 1 cup warm milk (110°F / 45°C)
  • 🧈 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 🥄 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 🥚 1 large egg
  • 🧂 1/2 tsp salt

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 🧀 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 🥄 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 🍓 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
  • 🥄 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:

  • 🧈 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 🥄 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 🥄 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 🥜 1/2 cup chopped pecans

For the Cream Cheese Glaze:

  • 🧀 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 🧈 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • 🍦 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 🥄 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 🥛 2 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency)

🔥 Instructions:

1️⃣ Prepare the Dough

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, melted butter, and egg. Add the yeast mixture and knead until a soft dough forms.
  3. Cover and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

2️⃣ Make the Fillings

  • In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in chopped strawberries.
  • In another bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter to create the cinnamon filling.

3️⃣ Assemble the Rolls

  1. Roll out the dough into a 12×18-inch rectangle.
  2. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the dough.
  3. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture and chopped pecans over the top.
  4. Roll up the dough tightly from the long side, then slice into 12 rolls.

4️⃣ Bake the Rolls

  1. Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

5️⃣ Make the Cream Cheese Glaze

  1. Beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
  2. Drizzle over the warm rolls and garnish with extra strawberries and pecans.

6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy

  • Serve warm with a drizzle of strawberry syrup for extra sweetness! 🍴

🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

  • Soft & Fluffy: Homemade dough that’s perfectly pillowy.
  • Cheesecake Meets Cinnamon Rolls: A delicious fusion of flavors!
  • Crunchy Pecans & Juicy Strawberries: A perfect mix of textures.

These Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls are a heavenly, indulgent treat—perfect for breakfast, dessert, or special occasions! 🍓🧀🥜✨