Description
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of these easy-to-make Red Velvet Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls, perfect for a cozy holiday celebration. Featuring a soft, pillowy dough swirled with a luxurious red velvet filling and topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, these cinnamon rolls are sure to wow your loved ones.
Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup warm milk
– 1 egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add the softened butter, warm milk, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, mix the ingredients until a soft, sticky dough forms.
4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Roll the dough out into a large rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick.
6. In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
7. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
8. Starting from the long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal-sized pieces.
9. Place the cinnamon roll slices in the prepared baking dish, spacing them evenly apart.
10. Bake the cinnamon rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
11. Remove the cinnamon rolls from the oven and let them cool for 5-10 minutes.
12. Serve the Red Velvet Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls warm, with any additional cream cheese frosting or powdered sugar, if desired.
Notes
For a more indulgent treat, you can add a teaspoon of red food coloring to the dough to enhance the red velvet flavor and color. Additionally, you can sprinkle some chopped pecans or crushed candy canes on top of the cinnamon rolls for an extra festive touch.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
