Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls
Indulge in the decadent delight of Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls, a perfect treat for special occasions or a cozy breakfast. These soft, fluffy rolls are infused with rich cocoa and cinnamon, topped with a creamy, luscious cream cheese icing that melts into the warm dough. The vibrant red color adds a festive flair, making them ideal for celebrations like Valentine’s Day or Christmas. Whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself, these rolls will leave everyone impressed and craving more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup milk
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon red gel food dye
- 4 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (for filling)
- 1 cup brown sugar (for filling)
- 4 oz cream cheese (for icing)
Instructions
- 1. Warm milk to 110°F and mix with yeast; let it froth for 10 minutes.
- 2. In a bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Add cubed butter and blend.
- 3. Mix in the milk/yeast mixture, eggs, and food dye until combined; knead until smooth.
- 4. Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
- 5. Prepare the cinnamon filling by mixing butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- 6. Roll out the dough, spread filling evenly, roll tightly, and cut into individual rolls.
- 7. Allow rolls to rise again before baking at 375°F for about 25 minutes.
- 8. While baking, prepare the cream cheese icing and spread it over warm rolls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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