Description

Indulge in the festive delight of Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls, an exquisite treat perfect for any special occasion or cozy breakfast. With their vibrant red hue and rich cinnamon filling, these soft, fluffy rolls promise to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Topped with a creamy cream cheese icing, every bite is a heavenly combination of flavors and textures. Easy to make and visually stunning, these rolls are sure to become a staple for celebrations like Valentine’s Day and Christmas or simply enjoyed on a leisurely weekend morning.

Ingredients

Scale

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
4 oz cream cheese (for icing)
Powdered sugar

Instructions

Warm milk to 110°F and dissolve yeast. Let sit for 10 minutes.
Combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, salt, and butter in a bowl; mix well.
Add milk/yeast mixture, eggs, and food dye. Knead until smooth.
Let dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
Make the cinnamon filling by mixing butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Roll out dough, spread filling evenly, roll into log, and cut into rolls.
Arrange rolls in a greased pan and let rise for another 20 minutes before baking at 375°F for about 25-27 minutes.
Prepare cream cheese icing while rolls bake; spread over warm rolls.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 27 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll (75g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Ensure proper rising time for fluffy results. Customize fillings with chocolate chips or nuts if desired.