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Red Velvet Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls

Delightful Red Velvet Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls to Love

These Red Velvet Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful treat filled with chocolatey swirls and topped with cream cheese frosting, perfect for festive brunches.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with 1:1 gluten-free flour.
  • 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened cocoa for the best taste.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2.25 tsp Active Dry Yeast About 2 1/4 tsp per packet.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Warm Milk 105–115°F; buttermilk can be used for extra tang.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted; can swap with melted coconut oil or vegan butter.
  • 1 large Egg For vegan, use a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water).
  • 1 tbsp Red Food Coloring Substitute with beet powder for a natural option.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
For the Filling
  • 2 tbsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Packed.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened; use vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Milk Use plant milk for dairy-free.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Dish
  • kitchen towel

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Activate Yeast: Warm the milk to 105–115°F, stir in the active dry yeast, and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Prepare Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Add yeast mixture, melted butter, egg, food coloring, and vanilla; stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead Dough: Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes. Shape dough into a ball, place in oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour until doubled.
  4. Roll Dough: Punch down the risen dough. Roll it out into a 12x9 inch rectangle, spread softened butter, and sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon evenly.
  5. Shape Rolls: Roll the dough into a log, seal the seam, and slice into 8-12 equal rolls. Arrange in a greased baking dish and let rise for 30 minutes.
  6. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until set and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Make Frosting: Beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  8. Frost Rolls: Spread cream cheese frosting over warm rolls to allow it to melt into the rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Measure flour accurately for best results; let dough rise in a warm environment to prevent sogginess.

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