Heavenly Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls combine the rich texture of red velvet cake with warm, spiced goodness, topped with cream cheese frosting, making them a delightful breakfast treat.
Servings 12servings
Prep Time 20 minutesmins
Cook Time 30 minutesmins
Total Time 50 minutesmins
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
2 1/4cupsall-purpose flour
1/4cupunsweetened cocoa powder
1teaspoonbaking soda
1teaspoonbaking powder
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2cupsugar
1/2cupbuttermilk
1/4cupvegetable oil
1largeegg
1tablespoonred food coloring
1teaspoonvanilla extract
Filling Ingredients
1/2cupbrown sugar
2tablespoonsground cinnamon
1/2cupmini chocolate chips (optional)Optional, for added sweetness
Frosting Ingredients
4ozcream cheese, softened
2cupspowdered sugar
1/4cupbutter, softened
1teaspoonvanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preparation
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, red food coloring, and vanilla extract.
Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
Assembly
Roll the dough out on a floured surface into a rectangle.
In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then spread over the rolled-out dough. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips if desired.
Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut it into even slices.
Place the rolls in a greased baking dish.
Baking
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
For the frosting, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla extract together until smooth.
Once rolls are baked, let them cool slightly then spread the frosting on top and serve.
Notes
To store, keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Calories: 250kcal
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baking, Breakfast Pastries, Cinnamon Rolls, Red Velvet, Treats