- Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls

Satisfy your sweet cravings with this delightful Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls recipe! Bursting with flavor, these soft and fluffy rolls are swirled with cinnamon and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion, they're easy to make and sure to impress family and friends. Don't miss out on creating this tasty treat; check out the full recipe and start baking your own delicious red velvet cinnamon rolls today!

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup bread flour

1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) instant yeast

½ cup granulated sugar

½ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon cocoa powder

½ cup warm milk (110°F)

2 large eggs

¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

1 tablespoon red food coloring

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

For the filling:

½ cup brown sugar, packed

2 teaspoons cinnamon

¼ cup unsalted butter, softened

¼ cup finely chopped pecans (optional)

For the cream cheese frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, bread flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, salt, and cocoa powder. Whisk well to blend everything together.

In a separate bowl, mix the warm milk, eggs, melted butter, red food coloring, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.

Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.

Spread the softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle the brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped pecans (if using) evenly over the butter.

Roll the dough tightly from one long edge to the other, forming a log. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces.

Arrange the sliced rolls in a greased baking dish, leaving some space between them. Cover and let rise for about 30 minutes until puffy.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown.

While the rolls are baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until creamy and smooth.

Once the cinnamon rolls are finished baking, let them cool for a few minutes before drizzling the cream cheese frosting generously over the top.

Prep Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 2 hrs | Servings: 12 Rolls

- Presentation Tips: Serve the red velvet cinnamon rolls warm, drizzled with cream cheese frosting and garnished with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or some chopped pecans on top for added texture and visual appeal.