Description

Indulge in the delightful world of Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls, where traditional cinnamon rolls meet the rich, velvety flavor of red velvet cake. These soft, fluffy rolls are not just a feast for the eyes with their vibrant hue; they are beautifully complemented by a luscious cream cheese frosting that adds a tangy sweetness to each bite. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these cinnamon rolls will impress family and friends at any gathering. Whether you serve them warm out of the oven or as part of a festive dessert platter, they are sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

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3½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 packet (2¼ tsp) active dry yeast
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup whole milk, warmed
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
2 tbsp red food coloring
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
¾ cup brown sugar, packed
2 tbsp ground cinnamon
½ cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
4 cups powdered sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
2–4 tbsp milk (for frosting)

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Instructions

In a bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, sugar, yeast, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, mix warm milk, melted butter, egg, red food coloring, and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients.
Gradually add remaining flour to form a soft dough; knead until smooth.
Let the dough rise in an oiled bowl for about an hour until doubled in size.
Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread with filling mixture (butter, brown sugar, cinnamon), then roll tightly and slice into pieces.
Place in a greased baking dish; let rise again for 30 minutes.
Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
Prepare frosting by beating together cream cheese and butter with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth; adjust with milk if needed.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg