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Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls

Whether you’re making them for a special breakfast, holiday brunch, or a show-stopping dessert, these rolls are a dreamy indulgence that everyone will love!

Ingredients

For the Dough:

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup warm buttermilk (110°F)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Filling:

  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (to thin)

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix warm buttermilk, melted butter, egg, red food coloring, and vanilla.
  3. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until soft and elastic.
  5. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour (until doubled in size).

2. Make the Cinnamon Filling

  1. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and vanilla.
  2. Spread softened butter evenly over the rolled-out dough.
  3. Sprinkle the cinnamon mixture on top.

3. Assemble the Rolls

  1. Roll out the dough into a 15×10-inch rectangle.
  2. Spread the cinnamon sugar filling evenly over the dough.
  3. Roll the dough into a tight log and cut into 12 equal rolls.
  4. Place in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.

4. Bake the Cinnamon Rolls

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and fluffy.

5. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting

  1. Beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk.
  2. Spread over warm cinnamon rolls.

6. Serve & Enjoy

  • Let cool slightly before drizzling with extra frosting.
  • Serve warm and enjoy the gooey, soft deliciousness!

Notes

How to Store & Reheat

  • Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat: Microwave for 10-15 seconds to make them soft again.
  • Author: niold.com