Indulge in these divine red velvet cinnamon rolls, a must-try for dessert lovers. Perfectly baked for a heavenly taste experience. 152 chars
Ingredients
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4 cups of all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
1 cup of whole milk, warmed (not hot!)
1/2 cup of granulated sugar
2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast
1/4 cup of unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons of cocoa powder
1 tablespoon of red food coloring
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/2 cup of brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon of cinnamon
1/4 cup of unsalted butter, softened (for spreading)
8 oz of cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup of unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
2 cups of powdered sugar
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract (for frosting)
A pinch of salt (for frosting)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the warmed milk, granulated sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it bubbles and foams.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, cocoa powder, and red food coloring. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs. Stir until a dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours or until it doubles in size.
Once your dough has risen, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together, setting it aside for later.
Gently punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle (about 16×12 inches).
Use your soft butter and spread it all over the rolled-out dough, leaving a little bit of an edge. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
Starting from one long side, carefully roll the dough up into a tight log. Pinch the seams to seal it when finished.
Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and arrange them in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
Cover the rolls with the kitchen towel again and let them rest for 30 minutes.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown.
While your rolls are baking, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
Once the rolls are out of the oven and cooled for a few minutes, generously spread your cream cheese frosting on top.
Notes
These delightful rolls are soft, pillowy, and bursting with flavor, making them a perfect addition to your weekend brunch or a special holiday gathering.
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Category:Breakfast
Cuisine:American
Nutrition
Serving Size:12 rolls
Calories:350
Sugar:20g
Fat:15g
Carbohydrates:50g
Fiber:1g
Protein:4g
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, red velvet, dessert, baking, brunch
