Heavenly Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls Recipe - The Ultimate Indulgence
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–4 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Prepare the dough by mixing dry and wet ingredients separately, then combine.
- Knead the dough until smooth and let it rise.
- Mix the filling ingredients together and set aside.
- Roll out the dough, spread the filling, and roll into a log.
- Slice, arrange in a dish, and let rise again.
- Bake in preheated oven until golden brown.
- Prepare the frosting and spread on warm rolls.
Notes
For a more vibrant red, use gel food coloring. Store leftovers in an airtight container.