Red velvet cinnamon rolls

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Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls: A Decadent Twist on a Classic Treat ❤️

If you love the rich flavor of red velvet cake and the gooey sweetness of cinnamon rolls, this recipe is for you! These Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and filled with a spiced cinnamon-sugar mixture, then topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet indulgence!

Ingredients (Makes 10-12 Rolls)

For the Dough:

  • 3 ½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup (180ml) warm milk
  • ¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ tsp red food coloring

For the Filling:

  • ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • ¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tbsp milk (if needed for consistency)

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Dough
In a large bowl, mix the flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and cocoa powder. Add the warm milk, melted butter, egg, and red food coloring. Mix until a dough forms. Knead for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

2️⃣ Make the Filling
Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon. Roll out the dough into a 12×16-inch (30×40 cm) rectangle and spread the softened butter evenly on top. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the butter.

3️⃣ Roll and Cut
Roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut into 10-12 equal pieces and place them in a greased baking dish. Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

4️⃣ Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 18-22 minutes, until golden brown.

5️⃣ Make the Frosting
Beat the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add milk if needed for a creamy consistency.

6️⃣ Frost and Enjoy!
Spread the frosting over the warm cinnamon rolls. Serve and enjoy these delicious Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls with a cup of coffee or tea! ☕❤️