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Fluffy Strawberry Rolls Recipe with Sweet Glaze Easy Homemade Delight

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These fluffy strawberry rolls with sweet glaze are tender, fruity, and topped with a melt-in-your-mouth glaze, perfect for brunch, potlucks, or cozy mornings. Made with simple ingredients, they deliver nostalgic comfort and a crowd-pleasing flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup (67g) granulated sugar
  • 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk, warmed (110°F/43°C)
  • ⅓ cup (75g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups (225g) fresh strawberries, finely chopped
  • ⅓ cup (67g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tbsp whole milk (or dairy-free milk)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk (110°F/43°C) with 1 tsp sugar and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-7 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, remaining sugar, and salt.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: Beat eggs lightly, then add melted butter and the activated yeast mixture.
  4. Make the dough: Pour wet ingredients into the dry. Mix with a wooden spoon or stand mixer on low speed with dough hook until the dough starts to come together—about 2 minutes.
  5. Knead the dough: Knead by hand on a floured surface or with mixer for 8-10 minutes until smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky. Add flour sparingly if too sticky.
  6. First rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  7. Prepare strawberry filling: While dough rises, combine chopped strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and vanilla in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened and bubbly, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  8. Shape the rolls: Punch down risen dough and turn onto a lightly floured surface. Roll into a 15×10 inch (38×25 cm) rectangle. Spread cooled strawberry filling evenly over dough, leaving a small border.
  9. Roll and slice: Starting from the long edge, roll dough tightly into a log. Slice into 12 equal pieces (about 1 ½ inches / 4 cm each).
  10. Second rise: Place rolls cut side up in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, leaving a little space. Cover and let rise for 30-40 minutes until puffy.
  11. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. If tops brown too fast, loosely tent with foil.
  12. Glaze and cool: While rolls bake, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze. Drizzle over warm rolls once out of the oven.

Notes

Use firm strawberries to avoid soggy filling. For dairy-free options, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives. Gluten-free flour can be used but texture will differ. Don’t rush the dough rises for best fluffiness. Rotate pan halfway through baking for even browning. Drizzle glaze while rolls are warm for best finish.

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