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Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls

Fluffy Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls with Creamy Icing Bliss

Indulge in delightful Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls, perfect for celebrations and quick to prepare.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
First Rise 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Milk Warmed to about 110°F
  • 2 teaspoons Active dry yeast Ensure it’s fresh
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon Red gel food dye
  • 3.5 cups All-purpose flour Spoon and level for accuracy
  • 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder Can be replaced with Dutch-processed cocoa
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 cup White granulated sugar Can substitute with granulated cane sugar
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted butter Room temperature
For the Filling
  • 0.5 cup Brown sugar Light or dark can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon Do not substitute
  • 0.5 cup Heavy cream Use milk if necessary
For the Cream Cheese Icing
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese Room temperature
  • 0.25 cup Unsalted butter Room temperature
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar Sift for a smooth consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Opt for pure extract
  • 1 tablespoon Milk Adjusts consistency

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warming milk to 110°F, dissolve yeast in it, let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Mix flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Add butter to resemble crumbs.
  3. Incorporate eggs, yeast mixture, and food dye into dry ingredients to form dough.
  4. Let dough rise in a greased bowl for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  5. Mix butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the filling until smooth.
  6. Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread filling evenly on top.
  7. Roll the dough tightly and slice into 12 equal pieces.
  8. Let rolls rise in the pan for an additional 20 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 375°F, pour cream around rolls, and bake for 25-27 minutes.
  10. Mix cream cheese and butter, then add sugar and vanilla to make icing.
  11. Drizzle icing over warm rolls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For the best rise, ensure your dough is in a warm place and knead well.

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