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Delicious Red Velvet Valentine's Day Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Delicious Red Velvet Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Delicious Red Velvet Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls combine the classic warmth of cinnamon with the luxurious red velvet flavor and color. These soft, fluffy rolls, filled with cinnamon sugar and topped with tangy cream cheese frosting, are perfect for a festive Valentine’s Day treat, filling your kitchen with love and freshly baked aroma.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cinnamon rolls 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Dough

  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Frosting

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Warm the milk until just warm to the touch (about 110°F). Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the warm milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the softened butter, eggs, yeast mixture, red food coloring, and vanilla extract. Mix to form a rough dough, then knead on a floured surface for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  2. Make the Filling: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until it forms a soft, spreadable paste. This will be the aromatic cinnamon sugar filling.
  3. Roll and Fill the Dough: Gently punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 16×12 inch rectangle. Evenly spread the cinnamon sugar filling over the dough, leaving a small border on the edges. Starting from the longer side, carefully roll the dough tightly into a log. Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 12 equal rolls.
  4. Second Rise: Place the cut rolls in a greased baking pan with space between each. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rise for 30-45 minutes or until puffy and nearly doubled in size.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cinnamon rolls for 20-25 minutes until the tops are set and just beginning to lightly brown. Avoid overbaking to keep them soft and moist.
  6. Prepare the Frosting: While the rolls bake, beat together softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
  7. Frost and Serve: Once the rolls have slightly cooled, generously spread the cream cheese frosting on top. Serve warm for the best indulgent experience.

Notes

  • Always use warm, not hot, milk to properly activate the yeast and encourage a great rise.
  • Do not skip the second rise to ensure the rolls turn out fluffy and light instead of dense.
  • Roll the dough firmly but gently to preserve air bubbles that keep rolls soft.
  • Check the temperature carefully to prevent overbaking, which can dry out the rolls.
  • Spread cream cheese frosting while rolls are still warm to create a melty, irresistible topping.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cinnamon roll
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: red velvet cinnamon rolls, Valentine's Day cinnamon rolls, cream cheese frosting, cinnamon swirl rolls, festive breakfast