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red velvet cinnamon rolls from scratch an incredible 5 step recipe

Red velvet cinnamon rolls from scratch: 5 steps to bliss


  • Author: Juanita A. Smith
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple recipe to make red velvet cinnamon rolls from scratch.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, food coloring, and vanilla.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then roll out the dough. Spread brown sugar and cinnamon on top.
  5. Roll the dough, slice it, and place in a baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes.

Notes

  • Let rolls cool before adding cream cheese frosting.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • Use more or less food coloring for desired color.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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