Description
Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful fusion of flavor and visual appeal, perfect for any breakfast or dessert table. Imagine each soft, pillowy roll infused with cocoa and cinnamon, drizzled with luscious cream cheese frosting. These rolls not only taste heavenly but also create a warm, inviting atmosphere in your kitchen as they bake. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or saved for later, they promise to be a hit—ideal for gatherings or quiet mornings at home.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk (lukewarm)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup cream cheese frosting
Instructions
- Warm the milk until lukewarm. In a mixing bowl, combine it with sugar and sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- Mix in flour, cocoa powder, salt, eggs, and melted butter until combined. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle (¼ inch thick) and spread softened butter over it. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into approximately 12 pieces. Place cut-side up in a greased baking pan.
- Cover rolls and let them rise again while preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare cream cheese frosting by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and softened butter until smooth. Frost warm rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg