Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls
Delightful red velvet cinnamon rolls with a rich dough and creamy frosting, perfect for brunch or dessert.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Filling
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
Frosting
- 1 cup cream cheese frosting
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, melted butter, egg, food coloring, and vanilla extract.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough out on a floured surface into a rectangle and spread the cinnamon filling over the dough.
- Roll the dough tightly and cut into individual rolls.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish.
Baking
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Let cool slightly before topping with cream cheese frosting.
Notes
Best enjoyed warm. Can be served with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of cream cheese frosting.