Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls
Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze
These Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and packed with rich cocoa and cinnamon flavor. Topped with a smooth cream cheese glaze, they’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. This easy homemade recipe will make your kitchen smell heavenly and impress your family and friends!
Why You’ll Love These Cinnamon Rolls
✔ Soft & Fluffy Dough – Light and tender with the perfect chew.
✔ Rich Red Velvet Flavor – A hint of cocoa gives that classic red velvet taste.
✔ Swirled with Cinnamon Goodness – A buttery, spiced filling for a cozy flavor.
✔ Topped with Cream Cheese Icing – Smooth, creamy, and slightly tangy, just like a red velvet cake.
✔ Perfect for Special Occasions – Great for holidays, Valentine’s Day, or weekend treats!
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- ¾ cup warm milk (110°F)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring
For the Cinnamon Filling:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and cocoa powder.
- Add warm milk, melted butter, egg, vanilla, and red food coloring. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 2: Make the Filling
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cocoa powder, and cinnamon until smooth.
Step 3: Roll & Fill
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a 15×12-inch rectangle.
- Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
- Roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log. Cut into 12 equal rolls.
Step 4: Second Rise & Bake
- Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 5: Make the Cream Cheese Glaze
- Beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
- Spread over warm cinnamon rolls.
Serving Suggestions
🍽 Serve Warm – Best enjoyed fresh out of the oven!
☕ Pair with Coffee or Tea – A cozy breakfast treat.
🍓 Top with Fresh Berries – Add strawberries or raspberries for extra flavor.
🍫 Drizzle with Chocolate – A touch of melted white or dark chocolate makes them extra decadent!
Storage & Reheating
✔ Refrigerate – Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
✔ Reheat – Warm in the microwave for 20-30 seconds before serving.
✔ Freeze – Freeze unglazed rolls for up to 2 months. Reheat and glaze when ready to eat.
Final Thoughts
These Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls bring together the best of cinnamon rolls and red velvet cake in one delicious, gooey, and indulgent treat. Whether you’re making them for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet dessert, they’re guaranteed to impress.
Try them today and enjoy the perfect blend of rich, chocolatey, and cinnamon flavors!
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Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls
These Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and packed with rich cocoa and cinnamon flavor. Topped with a smooth cream cheese glaze, they’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. This easy homemade recipe will make your kitchen smell heavenly and impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- ¾ cup warm milk (110°F)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring
For the Cinnamon Filling:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and cocoa powder.
- Add warm milk, melted butter, egg, vanilla, and red food coloring. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 2: Make the Filling
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cocoa powder, and cinnamon until smooth.
Step 3: Roll & Fill
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a 15×12-inch rectangle.
- Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
- Roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log. Cut into 12 equal rolls.
Step 4: Second Rise & Bake
- Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 5: Make the Cream Cheese Glaze
- Beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
- Spread over warm cinnamon rolls.
Notes
Serving Suggestions
🍽 Serve Warm – Best enjoyed fresh out of the oven!
☕ Pair with Coffee or Tea – A cozy breakfast treat.
🍓 Top with Fresh Berries – Add strawberries or raspberries for extra flavor.
🍫 Drizzle with Chocolate – A touch of melted white or dark chocolate makes them extra decadent!
