Delish Strawberry Shortcake Cinnamon Rolls

I made these Delish Strawberry Shortcake Cinnamon Rolls because apparently my relationship with butter and sugar needed to be more intense. Imagine strawberry shortcake crashed into cinnamon rolls after a night out and they decided to elope — that’s what you get. Flaky, sweet dough, jammy strawberries, and frosting that says “yes, you deserve this” even if you ate it straight from the mixing bowl with your fingers. Try it because life is short and yeast is dramatic but worth it.

The chaos story: I attempted to be Pinterest-adorable and stacked a tower of warm rolls for a photo. My husband, thinking the tower was a public offering, grabbed one, then another, then tried to “help” by carrying the stack to the table. He wiped out like a cartoon, scattering rolls and dignity across the floor. Our dog happily audited the research and my kids declared it “the floor was better” edition. I pretended to be upset while secretly pleased my family approved by eating the evidence off the dog-proof plates. Note to self: never trust a man with a pastry tower.

Time-Saving Hacks

– Use store-bought dough if you’re in a hurry. Yes, I judged myself a little. It still tasted amazing.
– Roast strawberries in the microwave for 60–90 seconds to macerate them fast. It’s slightly sacrilegious but efficient.
– Skip precise measuring when you’re not giving a judged bake — eyeball the jam, taste the dough. Your inner rebel will approve.
– Assemble on parchment to avoid scrubbing the pan. Do you hear that? That’s the sound of one less sponge being used.
– Pro tip: Freeze already-rolled buns on a tray, then store in a bag. Pop them frozen into the oven for “fresh” rolls later — like time travel, but tastier.

Serving Ideas

– Serve with coffee if it’s morning, sparkling wine if it’s afternoon, and unfiltered sarcasm if it’s after your in-laws leave.
– Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream because dessert math says two sweets > one sweet.
– Drizzle extra strawberry sauce if you like things dramatic and sticky. Napkins: mandatory.
– Cut smaller slices to pretend you’re being healthy. Spoiler: you’ll do two slices and feel very clever.
– If the kids drove you nuts that morning, serve with wine. No judgment, just libations.

What to Serve It With

– A ridiculous amount of coffee.
– Fresh fruit (because you’re still doing one healthy thing for balance).
– Plain yogurt or whipped cream if you want to keep the shortcake vibe authentic.
– A nap — because you’ll need one after playing domestic pastry god.

✔Tips & Mistakes

– Don’t over-flour the table. The dough wants to stay soft and sad-looking bread is a thing.
– If your rolls don’t rise, check the yeast. It’s either dramatic or dead — like my houseplants.
– Use room-temp butter for spreading, unless you enjoy wrestling cold lumps of dairy. I learned that the hard, buttery way.
– Let them cool slightly before frosting, unless you want sugar glue. I’ve made that mistake; frosting-slides are real.
– If your swirl looks like a galaxy, lean into it and call it artisanal.

✔Storage Tips

Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh.
– Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently before serving.
– Freeze individual rolls for up to a month; thaw and warm in the oven for best results.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Swap whatever you want—sugar ↔ honey, soy sauce ↔ tamari, or skip steps and call it “deconstructed.” It still counts.
– Try lemon zest in the frosting for brightness.
– Use frozen strawberries if it’s not berry season; thaw and drain excess liquid.
– Add chopped nuts for texture if you like your pastries to whisper “sophistication” in a crunchy voice.

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Delish Strawberry Shortcake Cinnamon Rolls

A delicious twist on classic cinnamon rolls, featuring fresh strawberries and whipped cream.

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Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes minutes

Servings: 8

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• ▢ 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted
• ▢ 1 cup strawberries, chopped
• ▢ 1 cup heavy cream for whipping

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
• Fold in chopped strawberries gently into the dough mixture.
• Roll out the dough and cut into rolls. Place in a greased baking dish.
• Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
• Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form and serve with warm cinnamon rolls.

Notes

These rolls are best served warm with whipped cream.