Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting, a perfect treat for any occasion. These soft, gooey rolls boast a unique blend of cocoa and cinnamon, giving them an irresistible flavor and striking red hue. Ideal for brunches, holidays, or cozy mornings at home, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. The rich cream cheese frosting adds a luscious finish that makes each bite truly memorable. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, these rolls are perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Enjoy them warm out of the oven or as a sweet dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for the filling)
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon (for the filling)
- 4 tbsp softened butter (for the filling)
- 4 oz cream cheese (for the frosting)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (softened, for the frosting)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for the frosting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for the frosting)
Instructions
- Warm the milk slightly and stir in yeast and a pinch of sugar; let bloom for 10 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Add melted butter, egg, red food coloring, and yeast mixture; mix well.
- Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise for about 1–1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Prepare the filling by mixing softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface; spread the filling evenly over it.
- Roll tightly into a log and cut into equal pieces; arrange in a greased baking dish.
- Allow rolls to rise again for about 30–45 minutes until puffy.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- For frosting, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth; spread over warm rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg