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Irresistible Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Irresistible Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
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These Irresistible Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and uniquely flavored with a subtle cocoa twist and classic cinnamon warmth. Featuring a vibrant red hue and topped with tangy cream cheese frosting, they make a stunning and delicious treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or a snack.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp red food coloring
  • ¾ cup warm water (for activating yeast)

Filling Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed

Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp milk (adjust for desired consistency)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: Warm the buttermilk and melt the butter together to create a cozy liquid base. In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water, then add the sugar, cocoa powder, salt, red food coloring, and the buttermilk mixture. Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  2. Make the filling: While the dough rises, combine melted butter, cinnamon, and brown sugar in a bowl until fully mixed, creating a sticky-sweet filling.
  3. Roll and fill the dough: Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12×16 inch rectangle. Evenly spread the cinnamon sugar filling over the entire dough surface.
  4. Shape the rolls: Roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log shape. Slice into 12 even rolls. Place the rolls snugly into a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffed up and ready to bake.
  5. Bake to perfection: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden and cooked through. Enjoy the heavenly aroma.
  6. Add cream cheese frosting: While rolls cool slightly, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth. Generously spread the frosting over the warm rolls for a creamy, tangy finish.

Notes

  • Use fresh yeast for the lightest, fluffiest rolls with the best rise.
  • Keep dough in a warm, draft-free area to ensure proper rising and softness.
  • Do not overfill the rolls; excess filling can leak during baking.
  • Allow rolls to cool slightly before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting too much.
  • Use high-quality, unsweetened cocoa powder to enhance the chocolate flavor.

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Keywords: red velvet cinnamon rolls, cinnamon rolls, red velvet dessert, cream cheese frosting, holiday breakfast, brunch pastry

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