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Easy Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls combine soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls with classic red velvet flavor and tangy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for Valentine’s Day brunch, holidays, or any special occasion, these vibrant rolls are bakery-quality and irresistibly indulgent.

Ingredients

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  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2–4 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, sugar, yeast, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk warm milk, melted butter, egg, red food coloring, and vanilla.
  3. Add wet ingredients to dry and mix while gradually adding remaining flour until dough forms.
  4. Knead dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled.
  6. Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for filling.
  7. Roll dough into a 16×12 inch rectangle.
  8. Spread filling evenly and sprinkle with chocolate chips if using.
  9. Roll tightly and slice into 12 rolls.
  10. Place rolls in greased baking dish and let rise 30 minutes.
  11. Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until lightly golden.
  12. Beat cream cheese and butter, then add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  13. Add milk until frosting reaches desired consistency.
  14. Spread frosting over warm rolls and serve.

Notes

Do not over-flour dough to keep rolls soft. Let rolls cool slightly before frosting for best texture.

  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 485
  • Sugar: 45g
  • Sodium: 285mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 78g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: red velvet cinnamon rolls, valentine cinnamon rolls, red velvet rolls, cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting

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