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Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls | The Perfect Christmas Morning Treat

Deliciously soft and fluffy red velvet cinnamon rolls topped with cream cheese frosting, perfect for a festive breakfast.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 1 cup milk warm
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon red food coloring
Filling
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
Frosting
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add the melted butter, egg, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and flour. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
Make the Filling
  1. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter until well combined.
Assemble the Rolls
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle.
  2. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, then roll it tightly into a log.
  3. Cut the log into 8 equal pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.
  4. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Bake the Rolls
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Serve
  1. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

These cinnamon rolls are best served warm and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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