Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F or 45°C)
- 2 and 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk or cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast and 1 tablespoon of the sugar in warm milk. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, until frothy.
- Add the remaining sugar, melted butter, salt, eggs, and gradually mix in the flour until a dough forms. Knead on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, covering it with a clean cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Make the Strawberry Filling:
- While the dough is rising, combine the chopped strawberries, sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens. Allow it to cool.
- Assemble the Rolls:
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Spread the cooled strawberry mixture evenly over the dough.
- Starting with the long side, roll the dough tightly. Cut the log into 12-14 equal pieces.
- Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, leaving some space between each for them to expand. Cover and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Prepare the Glaze:
- While the rolls are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk (or cream), and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.
- Finish and Serve:
- Once the rolls are done, let them cool for a few minutes before drizzling with the glaze.
- Serve warm and enjoy!