Cherry Cinnamon Soft Rolls (Printable Version)

Fluffy cinnamon rolls featuring a sweet, tangy cherry filling, ideal for a delightful breakfast or snack.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Cherry Filling

01 - 454 g frozen cherries
02 - 67 g granulated sugar
03 - 60 ml cold water
04 - 20 g corn starch

→ Dough Base

05 - 60 ml warm water
06 - 6 g active dry yeast
07 - 180 ml whole milk
08 - 67 g granulated sugar
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 540 g bread flour
11 - 3 g salt
12 - 84 g unsalted butter, room temperature

→ Frosting

13 - 85 g cream cheese, room temperature
14 - 260 g powdered sugar
15 - 2 tsp vanilla extract
16 - 20 to 60 ml whole milk

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Combine frozen cherries and granulated sugar in a medium pan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
02 - Mix cold water and corn starch until dissolved. Stir into the cherry mixture and continue cooking until thickened. Remove from heat and cool completely before refrigerating.
03 - Whisk warm water, active dry yeast, and a pinch of sugar in a small bowl. Allow to bloom for 15 minutes until bubbly and activated.
04 - Add whole milk, sugar, and eggs to the bloomed yeast. Whisk until thoroughly combined.
05 - Sift bread flour and salt into the wet ingredients. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
06 - Add room temperature butter and work it into the dough by hand or with a stand mixer on low speed until fully incorporated, about 3 minutes.
07 - Knead the dough using a dough hook or by hand for approximately 10 minutes until smooth and pulling away from the bowl.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Use high-quality bread flour for optimal texture. Ensure yeast is active before use. Dough may be refrigerated overnight to develop flavor.