Pink Velvet Cinnamon Rolls
Soft and fluffy cinnamon rolls with a vibrant pink hue and rich cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream for pouring over the rolls before baking
- 1/4 cup butter, melted for greasing and spreading
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Red food coloring to achieve the desired pink color
Filling Ingredients
- Cinnamon to taste
- Sugar to taste
Topping
- Cream cheese frosting for topping before serving
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let sit until frothy.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
- Add the egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and food coloring to the yeast mixture, then stir into the dry ingredients.
- Knead the dough until smooth, then let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
Rolling and Baking
- Roll out the dough into a rectangular shape, spread with melted butter, and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar.
- Roll up the dough tightly and cut into rolls.
- Place the rolls in a greased baking pan, and pour heavy cream over them before baking.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Let cool slightly and top with cream cheese frosting before serving.
Notes
These cinnamon rolls can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in microwave.