Red velvet cinnamon rolls

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These delightful homemade red velvet cinnamon rolls are a delicious twist on classic cinnamon rolls. With a rich red color and hint of cocoa, they are visually striking and perfect for special occasions or simply for Christmas morning breakfast! The combination of the soft, pillowy dough, sweet cinnamon filling, and tangy cream cheese icing creates a taste sensation that will leave you wanting more. 

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When it comes to comfort food, few treats can rival the irresistible charm of cinnamon rolls. The warm, gooey center, swirled with fragrant cinnamon and crowned with velvety cream cheese frosting, is enough to make anyone’s mouth water. But what if we add a touch of luxury and mystery to these classic delights? Enter the world of Homemade Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls – a delightful fusion of indulgent red velvet cake and comforting cinnamon goodness. In this blog post, we’ll take you on a delectable journey as we explore the art of making these sumptuous and visually stunning treats.

With their rich, ruby-red hue and cream cheese frosting, these Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect indulgence for special occasions or simply to elevate your morning coffee routine. Join us as we uncover the secrets to creating these heavenly swirls of flavor and share essential recipe notes to ensure your baking success.

The Allure of Red Velvet:

Red velvet cake has long been associated with luxury and elegance. Its captivating crimson hue, combined with the subtle tanginess of cream cheese frosting, creates an experience that is as delightful to the eyes as it is to the palate. The mystery behind the name “red velvet” is rooted in its history, with some attributing its origins to the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in the 1920s. Others believe the vibrant red color comes from a chemical reaction between cocoa and acidic ingredients like vinegar and buttermilk.

In our Homemade Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls, we infuse the classic cinnamon roll with the opulence of red velvet, adding an extra layer of delight to an already beloved treat.

Ingredients you’ll need

To get started making this recipe, you’ll first want to gather all your ingredients.

Step by Step Instructions

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl add the yeast, sugar, and water. Make sure the water is warm, around 110 degrees.

Step 2: Stir the mixture around a few times until the sugar is pretty much dissolved. Let the yeast stand for 15 minutes, until it has become foamy.

Step 3: Melt the butter in the microwave for 15 seconds or more in a plastic measuring pitcher until it is melted. Add the egg to the melted butter and whisk until combined. Pour into the foamy yeast mixture and stir.

Step 4: Next, add the red food coloring and stir until the food coloring is combined.

Step 5: Add flour and stir until a dough begins to form. Make sure all of the flour is mixed before you move to the next step. 

Step 6: Cover your bowl with a towel and place dough in a warm oven (I always preheat my oven and turn it off) and let rise for at least 45 minutes. Dough should spill out the top of the bowl.

Step 7: In a medium size mixing bowl add the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon, stir until a thick paste forms, Set aside.

Step 8: Turn dough out on a floured surface and knead for a couple minutes, sprinkling with flour until dough is silky and no longer sticky. 

Step 9: Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out into a rectangle, around 9×13 in size.

Step 10: Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out into a rectangle, around 9×13 in size.

Step 11: Smear cinnamon sugar mixture around the rectangle and leave a couple inches around the edge free of filling.

Step 12: Begin on one long side of the dough and roll the dough until a long line of dough forms.

Step 13: Take an 8-inch piece of string and place under the first two inches of dough and bring around the top of the dough and cut the first cinnamon roll. Repeat and cut the rest of the dough, placing each cut cinnamon roll in a buttered 9×13 baking dish.

Step 14: Place cinnamon rolls in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Make cream cheese frosting in a medium size bowl, add cream cheese, milk, and powdered sugar and stir until a thick frosting forms. Remove cinnamon rolls from the oven and let stand for 10 minutes. Then spread frosting over the top of the warm cinnamon rolls and serve.

There’s something truly enchanting about the fusion of red velvet and cinnamon goodness in our Homemade Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls. The vibrant hue, combined with the rich flavors of the filling and the velvety smoothness of the cream cheese frosting, creates a culinary experience that is nothing short of magical.

These sumptuous swirls of flavor are the perfect treat to celebrate special occasions, brighten up your morning routine, or simply share with loved ones to spread joy and delight. From their origins shrouded in mystery to their place in our hearts as cherished comfort food, Homemade Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls are an indulgence worth savoring.

So, embrace the art of baking, and let the aroma of warm cinnamon and sweet cream cheese frosting fill your home with warmth and happiness. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a first-time cinnamon roll enthusiast, creating these delightful treats is sure to bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart. Happy baking and bon appétit!