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Red velvet cinnamon rolls

Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls: A Sweet Twist on a Classic Comfort


  • Author: TAYLOR HARRISON
  • Total Time: ~2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 9-12 rolls
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls are a decadent twist on the classic cinnamon roll, featuring a rich, velvety dough, a gooey cinnamon-sugar filling, and creamy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or special occasions!


Ingredients

  • Dough: Warm milk, instant yeast, unsalted butter, egg, red food coloring, flour, granulated sugar, salt
  • Filling: Butter, brown sugar, cinnamon
  • Frosting: Cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, milk

Instructions

  • Activate yeast in warm milk.
  • Mix wet ingredients and gradually add dry ingredients to form the dough. Knead and let rise.
  • Prepare the filling by mixing butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Roll out dough, spread filling, roll into a log, and slice into rolls.
  • Place rolls in a greased dish, let rise, and bake.
  • Prepare cream cheese frosting and spread over warm rolls.

Notes

  • Use room-temperature ingredients for best results.
  • To make ahead, refrigerate unbaked rolls overnight and bake the next day.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat as needed.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American