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Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls

Indulge in the delightful experience of Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls with a rich color and creamy glaze, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup sugar Plus 1 teaspoon for the yeast mixture
  • 1/2 cup milk, warmed Use warm milk for activating yeast
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Glaze Ingredients
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk with 1 teaspoon of sugar. Let it sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour, the remaining sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. Add the yeast mixture, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, food coloring, and cinnamon. Mix until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  5. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
Baking
  1. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, sprinkle with cinnamon, and roll tightly into a log.
  2. Cut into rolls and place in a greased baking dish.
  3. Let rise for another 30 minutes.
  4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden.
  5. For the glaze, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  6. Drizzle over warm cinnamon rolls and serve.

Notes

Serve with a cup of coffee or tea. Store in the fridge for 3-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.