Allow me to introduce you to these Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls. Made with flaky puff pastry, in under an hour, you’ll be sinking your teeth into the lusciousness of sweet strawberries and cinnamon, all swirled into heavenly rolls with an unforgettable strawberry icing.
Can we talk about the joy of ripe summer strawberries? They bring a pop of color and a splash of sweetness that elevate these cinnamon rolls from ‘yum’ to ‘can’t-stop-won’t-stop-eating.’ Using puff pastry as our secret weapon, these strawberry cinnamon rolls are not just quick but truly delicious, bringing that homemade touch to your breakfast table without spending hours in the kitchen. Because let’s face it, we all need that extra time to savor every bite and make moments that are as sweet as the rolls themselves.
Ingredients to Make Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls
- Frozen Puff Pastry: This is the game-changer that makes these cinnamon rolls quick and flaky. No need to wait for dough to rise!
- Melted Butter: A brush of melted butter not only adds richness but also helps the strawberry jam and other fillings adhere to the pastry.
- Strawberry Jam: This provides a concentrated strawberry flavor and gooeyness that is pure perfection when baked.
- Strawberries: Thinly sliced, they add a fresh and juicy burst of natural sweetness to each bite.
- Ground Cinnamon: The aromatic touch that transforms these from strawberry rolls to strawberry cinnamon rolls.
- Confectioner’s Sugar: The base for our icing, offering a smooth texture and sweetness.
- Butter for Icing: Gives the icing its creamy, rich texture.
- Milk: Helps to thin out the icing to the perfect drizzling consistency.
- Strawberry Jam for Icing: A teaspoon of jam in the icing reinforces the strawberry theme, tying the whole dish together.
How To Make Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls With Puff Pastry
Prepare Your Pastry and Oven
Begin by thawing your frozen puff pastry and preheating your oven. Lightly flour your work surface to prevent the pastry from sticking.
Assemble the Rolls
Roll out the puff pastry into a flat sheet. Brush the surface with melted butter, leaving a small border around the edges. Smear the strawberry jam evenly over the buttered area, and then layer thinly sliced strawberries on top. Sprinkle a touch of ground cinnamon over the strawberries for that extra depth of flavor.
Roll and Slice
Carefully roll up the pastry, making sure it’s tight but not overly so. Use a bit of melted butter to seal the open edge of the roll. Slice the roll into individual pieces and place them in a parchment paper-lined baking dish.
Bake and Ice
Pop the rolls into the preheated oven. While they’re baking, whip up the icing by combining confectioner’s sugar, melted butter, milk, and a smidgen of strawberry jam. Once the rolls are golden and your kitchen smells heavenly, drizzle the icing over the fresh-out-of-the-oven rolls.
How to Store
For optimal freshness, store your easy strawberry cinnamon rolls made with puff pastry in an airtight container at room temperature. They will remain delicious for up to 2 days. If you need to keep them for a longer period, refrigerate them in the container for up to 5 days, reheating gently before serving to revive their texture and warmth.
Tips for Making the Best Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls
- Use High-Quality Jam. The strawberry jam is a star player in this recipe. Opt for a high-quality jam with real strawberry chunks for the best flavor and texture.
- Don’t Overcrowd the Baking Dish. Space out your cinnamon rolls adequately in the baking dish to allow for expansion. Overcrowding could result in uneven baking.
- Keep an Eye on the Oven. These rolls can go from perfectly golden to burnt pretty quickly. Keep a close eye, especially during the last few minutes of baking.
- Adjust Icing Consistency. The icing should be pourable but not too runny. Adjust the milk quantity to get your desired consistency.
- Serve Fresh. These rolls are best served fresh out of the oven while the pastry is still flaky and the icing is gooey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my puff pastry not rising?
If your puff pastry doesn’t puff up, it might be because it wasn’t cold enough when you put it in the oven. Ensure you chill the prepared rolls before baking.
The edges of my rolls are hard, what went wrong?
This can happen if the rolls are overcooked or if they are placed too near the edges of the oven, where temperatures are often higher.
How do I know when the rolls are done?
They should be golden brown on the surface and should feel slightly firm to the touch.
Easy Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 package frozen puff pastry that has been thawed
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup strawberry jam
- 2-3 cups strawberries sliced thinly
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 1/2 tablespoons milk add more if you need to thin out the mixture
- 1 teaspoon strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Lightly flour your surface and roll out crescent roll (or 1 sheet thawed puff pastry) until about 1/4 inch thick (leave the other sheet in the refrigerator).
- Brush puff pastry with melted butter, leaving 1 inch of space around the edges.
- Evenly add strawberry jam then layer with strawberry slices and sprinkle on ground cinnamon over buttered area.
- Tightly but gently roll the dough up. Use a little melted butter on the open edge of the roll to seal the seam.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into six pieces.
- Place each roll inside a parchment paper lined baking dish. Place the dish in the refrigerator as you repeat the above steps with the last sheet of puff pastry if using.
- Bake the cinnamon rolls in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden (watch carefully!).
- While rolls are baking, make the icing by mixing all remaining ingredients together (confectioner’s sugar, butter, milk and jam) until nice and smooth and pourable. If needed, add a teaspoon more of milk until it is pourable.
- Drizzle over cinnamon rolls when they are fresh out of the oven and enjoy. Happy Baking!
Carolyn says
These are lovely! Personally, I think it’s no wonder you’re exhausted. My blog IS my full time job (but I do have kids too!). Hang in there!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Hooray for Carolyn! My blog is now officially my full time job. I am excited to see how this journey will go for me. I might need pointers from you.
Desiree says
I was wondering if this would be okay to make the night before and bake in the morning? Would that make the strawberries soggy with the jam?
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Hi Desiree, I actually would just make it fresh. It doesn’t take too long to make and the results will be worth it. The strawberries might make the puff pastry a bit too wet and it would change the outcome.
dina says
they look great!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Thanks so much Dina!
Bibs @ Tasteometer says
OMG I so want these right now, thanks for sharing the recipe. At 32 you’re just a baby LOL.
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Great! And I agree with me being a baby at 32. Ha!
Jocelyn@Brucrewlife says
Girl, you sound like you need to sleep all weekend!! Go ahead, I won’t tell anyone! 😉 And these cinnamon tools look to die for!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Thanks lady and sleeping all this weekend sounds like a great plan to me!!
Bill says
Boy can I relate to having too much on the plate. I, too, have a full time job and fitting blogging into an already full life can be a challenge sometime. These cinnamon rolls look delicious and the fact that they’re easy is all the better. Great post, Jocelyn!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Thanks so much Bill! It is such a challenge when you work full time and blog but still so rewarding.
Monica says
“Lazy” recipes that look this good is a very nice, smart thing! Great job. I’ve never seen/had a strawberry cinnamon roll…it’s perfect for Valentine’s Day. : )
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Thanks so much Monica! I love anything with strawberries!
Ashley @ My Midwest Table says
Oh my stars! I am loving the relationship between lazy and cinnamon rolls. These little rolls look completely irresistible! So pretty.
My boys hear me say it all the time: “Trust me. A nap will feel good. There will be a point in your life where you will wish you could take a nap.” I usually get blank stares (they’re 4 and 2). 🙂 Good for you for picking up reading. My go-to reading is usually magazines and cookbooks, but this past summer, my library did an adult reading challenge that a friend and I did together. It was so fun, and I read some really great novels. Reading is such a great de-stresser for me!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Gosh I wish I could get back nap time Ashley. I hated naps as a kid and wish I could take them daily now haha. I think your reading challenge sounds incredible!!! I think I might do that for myself.
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
I’ve been running on empty too. Definitely need a vacation. These strawberry cinnamon rolls look beyond amazing! I’m so excited strawberry season is almost here!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
I so need a vacation and I can’t wait for strawberry season to finally get here!
Tonia says
I LOVE the idea of strawberries in cinnamon rolls!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Thanks so much Tonia!