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Red Velvet Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls

Red Velvet Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls

Soft, fluffy red velvet dough swirled with cinnamon sugar and topped with rich cream cheese icing. The perfect romantic breakfast.
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 460

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup warm milk 110°F
  • 2.25 tsp active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar divided
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring gel preferred
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 3 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar

Equipment

  • 9x13 Baking Dish
  • Stand Mixer or Large Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Dental Floss or Knife

Method
 

  1. Activate yeast by mixing warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let sit 10 minutes.
  2. Mix flour, remaining sugar, salt, and cocoa powder in a large bowl.
  3. Combine yeast mixture with melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and red coloring.
  4. Knead wet and dry ingredients together until smooth elastic dough forms (5-7 mins).
  5. Rise in a greased bowl covered with a towel for 1-2 hours until doubled.
  6. Roll dough into a 15x9 inch rectangle. Spread softened butter and sprinkle brown sugar/cinnamon mix.
  7. Cut into 12 rolls using dental floss and place in greased baking dish.
  8. Second Rise for 30-45 minutes while preheating oven to 350°F (175°C).
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Frost with beaten cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar while warm.

Notes

  • Use gel food coloring for less liquid and better color.
  • Dental floss cuts cleaner than a knife.
  • Warm milk should not exceed 110°F or it kills yeast.