Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls, a vibrant twist on a classic favorite! These soft and fluffy rolls are filled with a rich cinnamon mixture and topped with luscious cream cheese icing, making them perfect for any celebration, from Valentine’s Day to Christmas. Their stunning appearance and mouthwatering flavor will impress family and friends alike. Easy to make yet visually appealing, this recipe is customizable, allowing you to tailor the filling or icing to your liking. With 12 servings, these rolls are ideal for sharing at breakfast or as sweet gifts for loved ones.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon red gel food dye
- 4 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 4 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup white granulated sugar
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Warm milk and dissolve yeast; let froth for 10 minutes.
- Combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl; blend in cubed butter.
- Incorporate milk mixture, eggs, and food dye; mix until dough forms.
- Knead until smooth, then let rise in a warm place until doubled.
- Prepare cinnamon filling by mixing butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon into a paste.
- Roll out dough, spread filling evenly, roll into a log, and cut into 12 pieces.
- Let rise again, then bake at 375°F for 25-27 minutes.
- Make cream cheese icing while baking and spread over warm rolls.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg