Description
These Strawberry Donut Rolls are a delicious twist on classic cinnamon rolls, filled with sweet strawberry jam and topped with a creamy glaze. Theyโre soft, fluffy, and bursting with strawberry flavor, making them perfect for breakfast or dessert. These rolls bring together the indulgence of donuts and the fruity goodness of strawberries in a single, irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk (warm, around 110ยฐF)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large egg
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing)
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (adjust as needed for consistency)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add the warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Mix until well combined. Gradually add the remaining flour, ยฝ cup at a time, until a soft dough forms. - Knead the Dough:
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size. - Roll and Fill:
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle (about 12×9 inches). Brush the surface with melted butter and evenly spread the strawberry jam on top. - Shape the Rolls:
Starting from the long edge, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Cut the log into 8-10 even pieces and place them in a greased baking dish, cut side up. - Second Rise:
Cover the rolls and let them rise again for about 30-45 minutes, or until puffy. - Bake:
Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Bake the rolls for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown. - Make the Glaze:
While the rolls are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency. - Glaze the Rolls:
Once the rolls are done, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for about 10 minutes. Drizzle the glaze generously over the warm rolls.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add fresh strawberry slices on top of the jam before rolling up the dough.
- You can also make these rolls with other fruit jams like raspberry or blueberry for variation.
- To make the dough rise faster, place it in a slightly warm oven (turned off) with the oven light on.