Ooh yes — Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls are an irresistible twist on a classic treat! Rich, soft, slightly chocolaty dough with that signature cinnamon swirl, all topped with a creamy glaze? Pure heaven. 😍
Here’s the full recipe inspired by the style of Recipes by Clave:
❤️🍥 Heavenly Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls
Prep Time: 25 mins
Rise Time: 1 hr
Bake Time: 20–25 mins
Total Time: ~2 hours
Yields: 12 rolls
🍫 Ingredients – Dough:
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1 cup warm milk (about 43°C / 110°F)
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2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
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½ cup granulated sugar
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⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
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3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
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Red food coloring (gel preferred – about 2 tsp or until deep red)
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4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra as needed)
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1 tsp salt
🍯 Cinnamon Filling:
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1 cup brown sugar, packed
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2 ½ tbsp ground cinnamon
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⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
🧁 Cream Cheese Glaze:
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120 g cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1–2 tbsp milk (to thin)
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Activate the Yeast
In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Make the Dough
Add butter, vanilla, eggs, cocoa powder, red food coloring, and salt. Mix to combine.
Add flour gradually and knead for about 5–7 minutes until soft and elastic.
3. Let it Rise
Form dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
4. Prepare Filling
Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Roll out dough on a floured surface into a rectangle (approx. 35×45 cm).
Spread with softened butter and sprinkle evenly with cinnamon sugar.
5. Roll & Cut
Roll the dough tightly from the long edge. Slice into 12 rolls and place them in a greased 9×13″ baking dish.
6. Second Rise
Cover and let the rolls rise again for 20–30 mins.
7. Bake
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes, until just golden on top.
8. Make the Glaze
Whip together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
9. Glaze & Serve
Spread over warm rolls and serve immediately. Prepare for melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness! 🤤
💡 Bonus Tip:
For ultra-decadent rolls, drizzle extra cream cheese glaze and top with white chocolate chips or red velvet crumbs.
Want a no-yeast or overnight version? Just say the word!
