Description
Romantic red velvet valentine’s cinnamon rolls bring passion to breakfast with a luxurious twist on classic comfort. Sweet cream cheese frosting and rich cocoa notes create an irresistible morning indulgence you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients (Dough):
- 3 cups (375 grams/13.2 ounces) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 milliliters/8 fluid ounces) whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (7 grams) active dry yeast
- ¼ cup (50 grams/1.8 ounces) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (60 grams/2.1 ounces) unsalted butter
Flavor and Color Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 12 teaspoons red food coloring
- ½ teaspoon salt
Filling and Topping Ingredients:
- ½ cup (115 grams/4 ounces) unsalted butter
- ¾ cup (150 grams/5.3 ounces) brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 4 ounces (115 grams) cream cheese
- 1 cup (120 grams/4.2 ounces) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams/1 ounce) unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm milk, yeast, and a portion of sugar in a small container. Allow the mixture to bloom and become frothy, which indicates the yeast is alive and active.
- Create a wet mixture by incorporating melted butter, egg, remaining sugar, and vibrant red food coloring in a large mixing bowl. Integrate the activated yeast mixture thoroughly.
- Develop the dough base by whisking together flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, ensuring a cohesive and smooth consistency.
- Transform the dough through robust kneading on a flour-dusted surface or using a stand mixer with a dough hook. Continue until the texture becomes silky and elastic, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Allow the dough to rise by placing it in a greased bowl, covering with a clean cloth, and positioning in a warm environment. Wait until the volume doubles, typically 1-1.5 hours.
- Craft the filling by blending softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until uniformly combined and spreadable.
- Reshape the risen dough by rolling it into a rectangular form on a lightly floured surface. Distribute the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly across the stretched dough.
- Form rolls by tightly rolling the dough from the long edge into a compact log. Slice the log into 12 consistent portions.
- Prepare for baking by arranging the rolls in a greased baking dish. Let them undergo a secondary rise, covering and waiting 30-45 minutes until they appear puffy.
- Bake the rolls in a preheated oven at 350F (175C) for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until they achieve a light golden hue and are thoroughly cooked.
- Construct the creamy frosting by whipping cream cheese and butter until smooth. Incorporate powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a subtle salt pinch, beating until light and fluffy.
- Complete the dessert by generously spreading the cream cheese frosting over the slightly warm rolls, ready to be served and savored.
Notes
- Activate yeast properly by ensuring milk temperature is between 100-110°F to guarantee perfect rising and soft texture.
- Choose high-quality cocoa powder for rich, deep red velvet flavor that enhances overall taste and color intensity.
- Prevent dough from drying out by covering with damp cloth during rising process, maintaining optimal moisture for tender rolls.
- Customize for dietary needs by substituting gluten-free flour blend and dairy-free cream cheese for allergy-friendly version without compromising deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 2 hours rising time)
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg