Description
Decadent red velvet cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup warm milk (110-115°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk, or more to reach desired consistency
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and granulated sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Add melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, cocoa powder, and cinnamon. Mix until well combined.
- Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a large rectangle (about 12×18 inches) on a lightly floured surface.
- Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border on one long edge.
- Starting from the opposite long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal.
- Cut the log into 12 equal slices using a sharp knife or dental floss.
- Arrange the rolls in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
- Let the cinnamon rolls cool slightly before frosting. Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the warm rolls.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Yeast Activation: Ensure the milk is between 110-115°F for optimal yeast activation.
- Dough Kneading: Knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Rising Time: Allow sufficient rising time for a light and fluffy texture.
- Prep Time: 35 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: red velvet, cinnamon rolls, cream cheese frosting, baking, dessert, breakfast
