Description
Romantic Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls blend passionate Valentine’s Day flavors with classic comfort baking. Luscious crimson swirls and silky cream cheese glaze create an irresistible dessert you’ll want to share with someone special.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 ounces cream cheese
Flour and Baking Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons red food coloring
Butter, Spices, and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- Heart-shaped sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Activate yeast by combining it with warm milk and a hint of sugar in a spacious mixing vessel. Allow the mixture to bloom for 5–10 minutes until frothy and aromatic.
- Create a dry ingredient blend by whisking flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate container. Incorporate melted butter, eggs, and vibrant red food coloring into the yeast mixture.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the liquid components, forming a supple dough. Transfer to a floured surface and knead methodically for 5–7 minutes until smooth and resilient.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, drape with a kitchen towel, and allow to rise in a draft-free environment for 1–2 hours until volume doubles.
- Craft the filling by blending softened butter with brown sugar and ground cinnamon until uniformly combined.
- Deflate the risen dough and roll into a rectangular shape approximately 15×9 inches. Distribute the cinnamon filling evenly across the surface.
- Roll the dough tightly into a cylindrical log, then slice into 12 uniform segments. Arrange rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cover and permit a second rise for 30–45 minutes until rolls have expanded significantly.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and thoroughly cooked.
- Prepare the glaze by whipping cream cheese and butter until silky. Gradually integrate powdered sugar and vanilla, adjusting consistency with milk if necessary.
- Drizzle warm cream cheese glaze over freshly baked rolls and embellish with heart-shaped sprinkles. Serve while warm for optimal enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose high-quality cocoa powder for a rich, deep red color and intense chocolate flavor.
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and better dough texture.
- Check yeast freshness by watching for foam formation during activation to guarantee proper rising.
- Customize rolls by adding white chocolate chips or chopped nuts into the filling for extra crunch and flavor.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 33 mg