Description
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of these Heavenly Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls, a perfect fusion of red velvet cake and classic cinnamon rolls. With a soft, fluffy texture and a decadent cream cheese icing, these rolls are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a special dessert. Perfectly spiced and irresistibly sweet, they’re sure to impress!
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 package red velvet cake mix
- 2.5 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ oz active dry yeast
- 1 ¼ cups warm water
For the Filling:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup melted butter
For the Icing:
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 to 5 tbsp milk
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, mix red velvet cake mix, 1 cup of flour, and active dry yeast.
- Add warm water and beat for 2 minutes until well combined.
- Gradually stir in the remaining flour until a soft dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 2 hours, until doubled in size.
2. Prepare the Filling:
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon together.
3. Assemble the Rolls:
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into an 18×10-inch rectangle.
- Brush the dough with melted butter.
- Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture over the top.
- Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log.
- Slice into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased baking pan.
- Cover and allow the rolls to rise for an additional hour.
4. Bake the Rolls:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
5. Prepare the Icing:
- In a medium bowl, mix confectioners’ sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add milk (one tablespoon at a time) until smooth and pourable.
6. Frost the Rolls:
- Drizzle the icing over the warm rolls before serving.
Notes
- Cream Cheese Filling: Add a layer of sweetened cream cheese before sprinkling the cinnamon sugar for a rich, creamy center.
- Nutty Crunch: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts into the filling for added texture.
- Chocolate Drizzle: Finish with a drizzle of melted white or dark chocolate for extra decadence.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American