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Iced strawberry shortcake cinnamon rolls in a white baking dish.
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Strawberry Shortcake Cinnamon Rolls

These Strawberry Shortcake Cinnamon Rolls are made with soft, pillowy dough then filled with fresh strawberries and topped with decadent frosting, making each bite better than the last! 
Prep Time1 hour 25 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Proofing1 hour 40 minutes
Total Time3 hours 30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: 478kcal

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour separated
  • 2 1/2 cups bread flour separated
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 packets Fleischmann’s® RapidRise® Yeast 4 1/2 tsp
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg

For the Filling

  • 2/3 cup strawberry jam
  • 1 cup strawberries fresh and chopped in small bits
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

For the Topping

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter room temperature
  • 3 cups confectioners sugar
  • 4-6 tbsp whole milk
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Sliced strawberries for garnish

Instructions

For the Dough

  • Add 1 cup of all purpose flour and 1 cup of bread flour along with sugar, yeast and salt to a large mixing bowl and whisk together.
  • Add the water and butter to a microwave safe bowl and heat between 120°—130°F, in 45 second increments until warm. Don’t worry if the butter hasn’t melted all the way but it should be softened.
  • Then add the butter/water mixture to the mixing bowl along with the egg and begin mixing together with a wooden spoon.
  • Stir in another cup each of all purpose flour and bread flour and allow the dough to become super thick and sticky.
  • Add in the final 1/2 cup of all purpose flour and mix again. You should have a lot more difficulty this time so start using your hands to really bring the dough together and knead it.
  • Then add in the final 1/2 cup of bread flour to the stick dough and continue kneading. Once it is smooth and soft (not sticky), it should be all good. Shape and roll into a ball.
  • Rest the dough uncovered for about 10 minutes.
  • The dough should have gotten a bit bigger. At this point, add the dough to a lightly floured surface and roll into a rectangle shape. Roll it out to about a 10x16 sized rectangle.

For the Filling

  • Spread the strawberry jam over the dough evenly. Evenly arrange the strawberries over the jam and sprinkle with the cinnamon.
  • Start rolling the dough into a log, tightly, starting from the far side close to you. When you reach the end make sure to pinch the sides together well so the jam doesn’t escape.
  • Using a piece of unflavored dental floss, cut the log into 12 pieces by sliding the floss under the dough then bringing the ends of the floss up and crossing it over to cut the rolls. Do this by starting to split it in the center then cut the two pieces into 4 then cut the 4 into three leaving 12 equal rolls.
  • Add the rolls directly to a greased 10x14 sized baking pan with the swirl side facing up separated by about a half inch. If you want, you can tuck a few bits of strawberry right on the top of the rolls in the filling so you can see them when they bake up.
  • Cover the rolls with a towel and put in a warm spot to let the rolls rise for an hour or up to an hour and a half, allowing them to proof until they are doubled in size and fill the entire pan. You can also use a proof setting on your oven for about 30-45 minutes to speed things up..
  • Preheat the oven to 350 F. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until they are golden then remove and allow them to cool.

For the Topping

  • While the rolls cool, work on the icing.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, confectioners' sugar, 4 tablespoons of milk and vanilla extract. Start with 4 tablespoons of milk and add more as needed to thin it to your liking. Generously spread over the cooled cinnamon rolls, top each roll with a couple sliced berries and serve. Best enjoyed warm!

Notes

If for some reason you have leftover cinnamon buns, here’s what you need to do:
  • Room temperature: Strawberry Shortcake Cinnamon Rolls can be stored for 2-3 days at room temperature. Just keep them in a sealed container. 
  • Refrigerator: If you can’t eat them within the first few days, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. 
  • Freezer: Wrap the cinnamon buns in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, and keep them in a freezer-safe bag or container. You can store them for up to 3-4 months this way. 

Nutrition

Calories: 478kcal | Carbohydrates: 89g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 212mg | Potassium: 108mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin A: 323IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg