Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls, a scrumptious twist on the beloved classic. These soft and fluffy rolls boast a stunning red hue that brings festive cheer to any occasion, whether it’s Valentine’s Day, Christmas, or a cozy weekend brunch. Each roll is generously filled with a rich cinnamon mixture and finished with a creamy cream cheese icing that adds just the right amount of indulgence. Easy to make with straightforward instructions, even novice bakers can impress their friends and family with these irresistible treats. Perfect for sharing, these gourmet red velvet rolls will surely become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup milk, warmed to 110°F
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon red gel food dye
- 4 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature (for filling)
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature (for icing)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature (for icing)
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted (for icing)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
Instructions
- Warm the milk in the microwave until it reaches 110°F (warm but not hot).
- Stir in the yeast and let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
- Add the cubed butter and use a pastry blender (or your fingers) to blend until pea-sized.
- Using a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, add the milk/yeast mixture, lightly beaten eggs, and red food dye to the dry ingredients.
- Mix on low speed until the dough starts to come together.
- Increase to medium speed and knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Preheat the oven to 200°F and then turn it off.
- Spray a large bowl with nonstick spray; shape the dough into a ball and place it in the bowl.
- Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise in the warm oven for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- In a small bowl, use a hand mixer to beat together the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon into a smooth paste.
- Roll the risen dough onto a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
- Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
- Roll the dough tightly from one short side to form a log.
- Trim any uneven ends; cut into 12 equal rolls using unflavored dental floss or a serrated knife.
- Spray your casserole pan with nonstick spray.
- Arrange the rolls in the pan; cover with a towel and let rise for about 20 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Pour heavy cream around the rolls in their pan before baking.
- Bake for about 25-27 minutes until tops are lightly golden or center reaches 160°F.
- While baking, beat cream cheese and butter on high speed using a hand mixer until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar; mix on low until fully incorporated then mix in vanilla and milk until spreadable.
- Spread icing over warm rolls as soon as they come out of the oven for an extra gooey finish!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg