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Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls

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Delightful Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls infused with cocoa flavor and topped with cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup milk, warmed
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • Cream cheese frosting for topping

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes. You’ll see tiny bubbles form, which means your yeast is alive and ready to work its magic!
  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. This is the base of your dough and will add wonderful flavor.
  3. Bring it all together: Add the yeast mixture, egg, melted butter, red food coloring, and vanilla extract to the flour mixture. Mix until a dough forms, and watch how the color transforms into a striking red!
  4. Knead the dough: Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth. This step helps develop gluten, giving your rolls that perfect fluffy texture.
  5. Let it rise: Place the dough in a warm area and let it rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size. This is the part where patience pays off.
  6. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) while your dough finishes rising.
  7. Roll out the dough: Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread softened butter generously on top.
  8. Prepare the cinnamon filling: Mix brown sugar and cinnamon together, then sprinkle over the buttered dough.
  9. Roll and slice: Roll the dough tightly and slice it into rolls. Place these delightful spirals on a greased baking dish.
  10. Second rise: Let the rolls rise in the baking dish for another 30 minutes.
  11. Bake to perfection: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  12. Frost and enjoy: Top your warm rolls with cream cheese frosting and serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for a week.

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