Heavenly Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls
Indulge in these soft, fluffy red velvet cinnamon rolls topped with creamy frosting – a delightful breakfast treat that will impress anyone.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2¼ tsp)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Filling Ingredients
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cups brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cups mini chocolate chips (optional)
Frosting Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-4 tbsp milk (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
Preparation of Dough
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, baking powder, and salt. Mix in warmed milk, melted butter, egg, red food coloring, and vanilla. Knead until smooth.
Preparation of Filling
- In another bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Optionally, add mini chocolate chips.
Rolling and Assembling
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread the filling evenly, and tightly roll it up. Cut into individual rolls.
Baking the Rolls
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish, let them rise, then bake at 350°F (175°C) until bubbly and golden.
Making the Frosting
- Beat softened cream cheese and butter together, then mix in powdered sugar, vanilla, and enough milk for a smooth consistency.
Frosting and Serving
- Drizzle the frosting over the warm rolls and serve.
Notes
Knead the dough well for fluffy rolls. Allow ingredients to reach room temperature before mixing. For make-ahead options, prepare the rolls the night before. Consider variations like nutty versions with pecans or vegan options using almond milk and coconut oil.