Description
Red velvet cinnamon rolls are a delightful blend of classic flavors, featuring soft and fluffy rolls infused with the rich essence of red velvet cake. Each roll is spiraled with a sweet cinnamon filling and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, making them an irresistible treat for brunch or special occasions. Their vibrant color and melt-in-your-mouth texture are sure to impress your family and friends, turning any gathering into a celebration.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
Instructions
- Warm the milk to about 110Β°F (43Β°C). Whisk with yeast and let sit for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Make a well in the center; add melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and yeast mixture. Mix until combined.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place in an oiled bowl to rise for one hour.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle and spread cream cheese over it. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll tightly from one long side and cut into slices. Place in a greased baking dish and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350Β°F (175Β°C) for about 25 minutes until golden brown. Drizzle with cream cheese frosting before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing chocolate chips or nuts into the filling. - To make ahead, prepare the rolls up to step 5 and refrigerate overnight.