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Red Velvet Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls

Red Velvet Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls

Soft, fluffy red velvet yeast dough filled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a rich cream cheese glaze. The perfect romantic breakfast treat.
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 467

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup warm milk 110°F/45°C
  • 2.25 tsp active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 2 tsp red gel food coloring
  • 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 (optional)
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

  1. Activate yeast by mixing warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix flour, remaining sugar, cocoa powder, and salt in a large bowl. Add yeast mixture, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and food coloring.
  3. Knead dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled.
  4. Roll dough out into a 15x9 inch rectangle. Spread softened butter over the surface and sprinkle evenly with mixed brown sugar and cinnamon.
  5. Roll up tight from the long edge and cut into 12 rolls using dental floss. Place in a greased baking pan.
  6. Rise again for 30-45 minutes while preheating oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Meanwhile, beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and milk to make the glaze.
  8. Frost the rolls while warm and top with heart sprinkles.

Notes

  • Use unflavored dental floss to cut rolls without squishing them.
  • Ensure milk is warm (110°F) but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.