Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls

Indulge in the cozy goodness of these one-of-a-kind red velvet flavored cinnamon rolls, perfect for any special occasion.

Ingredients:

Dough:

• 1 cup warm milk
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 2 1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons red food coloring adjust to your preference

Filling:

• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

Icing:

• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 to 2 tablespoons milk as needed

Directions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

In a large bowl, mix warm milk and yeast until dissolved.

Add sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, vinegar, cocoa powder, 2 cups flour, salt, and red food coloring. Stir until smooth.

Gradually add remaining flour until you get a soft dough. Knead for about 5-10 minutes until elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled, roughly 1 hour.

2. Shape the Rolls:

Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a 16×21-inch rectangle.

Spread softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.

Roll up the dough tightly and slice into 12 rolls.

Arrange the rolls in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Cover and let them rise until almost doubled, about 30 minutes.

3. Bake:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C.

Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until they turn golden brown.

4. Prepare the Icing:

In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.

Add milk gradually until you reach a pourable consistency.

5. Serve:

Spread the icing over the warm rolls before serving.

Prep Time:

1. Roughly 2 hours including rising time

Calories:

1. Each roll contains approximately 380 calories.

Tips:

1. Adjust the amount of food coloring for a deeper red hue, depending on the intensity of the brand.
2. Allow the rolls to cool slightly before icing to prevent it from melting completely into the rolls.
3. Key Takeaway: These Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls combine the luxurious taste of red velvet cake with the comforting goodness of cinnamon rolls, topped off with a creamy icing for an irresistible treat.