Description
Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting are a delightful twist on a classic favorite. These soft, pillowy rolls combine the rich flavors of red velvet with sweet cinnamon and are topped off with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for brunches, holidays, or simply indulging yourself, these treats will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Experience the comforting aroma and vibrant color as you serve them fresh from the oven, making any occasion feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk (warm)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- For the Filling:
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, combine warm milk, melted butter, eggs, and food coloring. Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients to form a dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about five minutes until smooth and elastic. Allow it to rise in an oiled bowl covered with a towel for one hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle about half an inch thick. Spread softened butter evenly over the dough and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon before rolling tightly into a log shape.
- Cut the log into equal pieces about two inches wide. Place cut-side up in a greased baking dish and let them rise again for thirty minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the rolls for about twenty-five minutes or until golden brown.
- For the frosting, mix softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Spread over cooled rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg