Ingredients
– 4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
– ½ cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
– 1 cup whole milk
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 1 tablespoon red food coloring
– 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
– ½ cup brown sugar
– 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
– 4 oz cream cheese, softened
– 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
Instructions
Creating these Red Velvet Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls is a delightful process. Follow these steps for success:
1. Prepare Yeast Mixture: In a small bowl, combine warm milk (about 110°F) and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 cups of flour, sugar, salt, and cocoa powder.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and the yeast mixture.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
5. Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, adding the remaining flour as needed until the dough is smooth and elastic.
6. First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
7. Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon for the filling.
8. Roll Out Dough: Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
9. Spread Filling: Brush the rolled dough with melted butter and evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the surface.
10. Roll Up Dough: Starting from one long edge, carefully roll the dough into a tight log.
11. Cut into Rolls: Slice the rolled dough into 12 equal pieces, about 1-1.5 inches each.
12. Second Rise: Arrange the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
13. Preheat Oven: While the rolls are rising, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
14. Bake: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
15. Make Frosting: While the rolls are baking, prepare the frosting by mixing softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth and creamy.
16. Frost Rolls: Once baked, allow the rolls to cool for about 10 minutes, then generously spread the cream cheese frosting on top.
Following these steps will help you create incredible Red Velvet Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls that will impress anyone who tries them!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 rolls
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 5g