Description
Indulge in these soft and tender Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls with a creamy glaze, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl until well combined.
- Mix the buttermilk, melted butter, egg, red food coloring, and vanilla extract together in another bowl until smooth.
- Combine the dry and wet ingredients by pouring the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Spread melted butter over the dough, then sprinkle it generously with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log, then cut it into rolls, about 1 inch thick.
- Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until puffed and golden.
- Prepare the cream cheese glaze by mixing the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze generously over the rolls once they are cool and enjoy!
Notes
These cinnamon rolls are perfect for holiday gatherings and can be prepared the night before. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg