Strawberry Sweet Rolls

Strawberry Sweet Rolls have become my latest addiction!  Since it’s summer and strawberries are fresh and delicious, I’ve been finding all sorts of new ways to use them.  Be sure to check out our Strawberry Cream Pie for another delicious idea after you check out this recipe below!

 How to Make Strawberry Sweet Rolls

Ingredients

For the Strawberry Filling

• 1  cups fresh strawberries, chopped into tiny pieces
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch

(You can use Strawberry Jelly for the filling if you don’t have fresh strawberries!)

For the Dough

• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided, plus extra for dusting
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon table salt
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant dry yeast (1 standard package)
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup milk
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large egg, at room temperature

For the Vanilla Glaze

• 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar
• 1 teaspoon Rodelle Vanilla
• 2 tablespoons of milk

Instructions

Step 1 – Place the chopped strawberries in a saucepan over medium heat, cook for about 10 minutes stirring constantly or until the strawberries are soft.

Step 2 – Add the sugar and cornstarch to the strawberries and continue to cook for another 2 minutes until it has thickened

Step 3 – In a large bowl combine 2 1/4 Cups flour, sugar, salt and yeast together and mix well.  Set aside.

Step 4 – In a small saucepan, warm the milk and butter until the butter is completely melted.

Step 5 – Stir the liquid mixture into the flour mixture

Step 6 – Add in the egg and rest of the flour.  The dough should gently pull away from the sides of the bowl

Step 7 – Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface and knead the dough for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8 – Spray a bowl with non-stick spray and set the ball inside, cover and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Step 9 – Roll the dough out into a 14×8 rectangle and spread the strawberry filling on top

Step 10- Roll the dough up tightly and cut the roll into 10-12 pieces.  Arrange them in a lightly greased 9 inch baking dish

Step 11 – Cover the rolls and let them rest for 2 hours

Step 12 – Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 30 minutes

Step 13 – Make the glaze by combining the sugar, vanilla and milk together and drizzle over the rolls right before serving.

These Strawberry Sweet Rolls are a great brunch recipe or make a batch the next time you have coffee with the girls!