Soft Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Author:sophieb
Total Time:90 minutes
Yield:12 rolls 1x
Description
Indulge in soft red velvet rolls topped with creamy cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these cinnamon rolls are a must-try delight!
Ingredients
Scale
4 cups of all-purpose flour
1 cup of granulated sugar
2 tablespoons of cocoa powder
2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast
1 teaspoon of salt
1 cup of warm milk (110°F)
2 large eggs
1/4 cup of melted butter
2 tablespoons of red food coloring
1/2 cup of brown sugar (for filling)
2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon
8 ounces of softened cream cheese
2 cups of powdered sugar
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions
Begin by warming 1 cup of milk until it's around 110°F. Combine the warm milk and yeast in a small bowl, stirring gently. Let it sit for about 5 minutes. Once it bubbles, it’s ready.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Create a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, melted butter, eggs, and red food coloring. Mix until a dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add small amounts of flour as needed. Form it into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover it with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
While the dough is rising, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon (or cardamom if using), and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
After the dough has risen, punch it down gently and roll it out into a 15×10-inch rectangle on a floured surface. Spread melted butter over the surface of the dough, followed by an even layer of the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the dough toward you. Once rolled, pinch the seams to seal. Using a sharp knife or dental floss, slice the roll into 12 equal pieces. Place the slices cut-side up in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cover the dish with a towel and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes while you preheat the oven to 350°F.
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
While your rolls are baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Once the rolls are out of the oven and slightly cooled, generously spread the cream cheese frosting over the warm rolls.
Notes
These Soft Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting not only tantalize your taste buds but also offer a visually stunning twist that impresses family and friends alike.
