Description
Delight in the rich flavors of red velvet combined with the comforting texture of soft cinnamon rolls, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine warm buttermilk and granulated sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the top and let bloom for about five minutes. Add melted butter, an egg, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and salt, then gradually mix in the flour until a dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 5–7 minutes until smooth. Shape into a ball and place in a greased bowl, covering it with a towel.
- Let It Rise: Allow to rise in a warm spot for about 1–1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix room-temperature butter, cinnamon, sugar, and a dash of cocoa powder.
- Roll Out the Dough: Punch down the dough, then roll it out into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
- Add Filling and Roll: Spread the filling evenly, then roll tightly into a log.
- Cut the Rolls: Cut into 12 pieces and place in a greased baking dish.
- Rise Again: Cover and let rise for about 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare the Frosting: While cooling, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, adding vanilla extract.
- Frost: Drizzle cream cheese frosting over warm cinnamon rolls and serve.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, use plant-based butter and milk. Ensure to monitor the baking time closely as ovens may vary.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, red velvet, Valentine's Day, brunch, dessert