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Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls

Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls

250kcal
Prep 30 minutes
Cook 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total 2 hours
Indulge in these delightful Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls that combine rich cocoa, cinnamon, and cream cheese frosting for a perfect treat.
Servings 12 rolls
Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 packet Active dry yeast fresh
  • 1 cup Warm milk helps activate the yeast
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large Egg binds the ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
  • 1 bottle Red food coloring for color
  • 3 cups All-purpose flour adjust as necessary
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
Cinnamon Filling
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter softened
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons Milk to adjust consistency

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Baking Dish
  • Rolling Pin
  • oven

Method

Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and red food coloring. Add the activated yeast mixture and mix well.
  3. Gradually add all-purpose flour and salt to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
  6. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and softened butter until well blended.
  7. After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  8. Evenly spread the cinnamon filling over the rolled-out dough.
  9. Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log.
  10. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.
  11. Cover the rolls and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
  12. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  13. Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes until lightly golden.
  14. In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
  15. Let the rolls cool for a few minutes, then spread the cream cheese frosting on top.
  16. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving1rollCalories250kcalCarbohydrates35gProtein3gFat10gSaturated Fat6gCholesterol40mgSodium200mgPotassium120mgFiber1gSugar15gVitamin A300IUCalcium30mgIron1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Store in a covered container to maintain softness.

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