1. Can I make red velvet cinnamon rolls ahead of time?

Yes! You can prepare the dough the night before and let it rise in the refrigerator. In the morning, simply roll, cut, and bake. This makes them perfect for holiday mornings or special occasions !

2. How do I store leftover cinnamon rolls?

Store your red velvet cinnamon rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for 5 days . To reheat, microwave for 20 seconds or warm in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes .

3. Can I freeze these cinnamon rolls?

Absolutely! You can freeze them before baking (after slicing) or after baking (without frosting). To bake frozen rolls, let them thaw overnight in the fridge, then bake as usual.

4. What if I don’t have red food coloring?

No problem! The red color is just for looks —the taste remains the same without it. You can also use beetroot powder as a natural alternative.

Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls – Ultimate Fluffy & Sweet Recipe

Name: Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: – 4 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour); – ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder; – 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet); – 1 cup warm milk (110°F); – ¼ cup granulated sugar; – 2 large eggs, room temperature; – 1 teaspoon red gel food coloring; – 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; – ¾ cup brown sugar, packed; – 1 tablespoon cinnamon; – ⅓ cup heavy cream (for baking); – Cream Cheese Frosting:; – 4 oz cream cheese, softened; – 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; – 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted; – 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; – 2 tablespoons milk (or heavy cream)

Description

These Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and filled with a rich cinnamon-sugar swirl, topped with creamy frosting! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or special occasions

Ingredients

– 4 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour)
– ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
– 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
– ¼ cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs, room temperature
– 1 teaspoon red gel food coloring
– 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
– ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
– 1 tablespoon cinnamon
– ⅓ cup heavy cream (for baking)
– Cream Cheese Frosting:
– 4 oz cream cheese, softened
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 2 tablespoons milk (or heavy cream)

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough
1. Warm the milk to 110°F, mix with yeast and sugar, let sit for 10 minutes.
2. Mix flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a large bowl.
3. Add eggs, red food coloring, and melted butter to the dry ingredients, mix well.
4. Knead for 5-8 minutes, then let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.

Step 2: Prepare the Filling
5. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter until smooth.
6. Roll out the dough into a ¼-inch thick rectangle, spread the filling evenly.
7. Roll tightly into a log shape and slice into 12 rolls.

Step 3: Baking
8. Arrange in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, let rise for 20 minutes.
9. Pour heavy cream around the rolls, then bake at 375°F for 25 minutes.

Step 4: Make the Frosting & Serve
10. Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
11. Spread over warm rolls and enjoy!

Notes

– If making ahead, refrigerate unbaked rolls overnight, then bake in the morning.
– Substitute gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
– Add chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture.

Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 520 kcal
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 245mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 72g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 75mg

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