Description
Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic favorite with these Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls. Infused with the rich flavor of red velvet and topped with a velvety cream cheese frosting, these rolls are perfect for special occasions or a cozy weekend brunch. The vibrant color and decadent taste will impress family and friends at any gathering. Easy to make, this recipe is ideal for bakers of all skill levels, ensuring that everyone can enjoy these fluffy, sweet rolls. Whether served warm for breakfast or as an upscale dessert, you’ll find every bite irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 8 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–4 tbsp milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (for filling)
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, yeast, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix warm milk, melted butter, egg, red food coloring, and vanilla in another bowl; combine with the dry ingredients.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic; let rise for an hour in a warm place.
- Prepare the filling by mixing softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle; spread filling over it and roll tightly into a log.
- Cut into rolls and let rise again briefly before baking at 350°F for 25–30 minutes.
- While baking, mix frosting ingredients until smooth; frost cooled rolls generously.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg