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Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls

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Delicious red velvet cinnamon rolls swirled with cream cheese filling and topped with luscious frosting, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until blended.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, melted butter, egg, red food coloring, and vanilla extract.
  3. Create the Dough: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and combine until just mixed.
  4. Knead the Dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough for 3-5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Let It Rest: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour.
  6. Make Your Cinnamon Mix: Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and a dash of vanilla in a small bowl.
  7. Flour Your Surface: Roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  8. Spread the Filling: Spread softened cream cheese over the dough and sprinkle with cinnamon mixture.
  9. Rolling It Up: Roll the dough from one edge into a tight log.
  10. Slice and Dice: Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place in a greased baking dish.
  11. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  12. Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.
  13. Make the Frosting: Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  14. Glaze the Rolls: Spread frosting over rolls once they have cooled for about 10 minutes.

Notes

These cinnamon rolls freeze well, so make a double batch and enjoy later!

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Keywords: cinnamon rolls, red velvet, dessert, sweet rolls, baking

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