Description
Homemade red velvet cinnamon rolls combine classic Southern charm with indulgent bakery magic. Cream cheese frosting and deep crimson dough create irresistible breakfast pastries you cannot resist experiencing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package red velvet cake mix (regular size)
- 2.5 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast (0.25 oz package)
- 0.5 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1.25 cups warm water (110°F to 115°F)
- 0.25 cup butter (melted)
- 2 tbsps butter (softened)
- 3 to 5 tbsps 2% milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Dough Preparation: Combine red velvet cake mix, flour, and yeast in a large mixing bowl. Add warm water and mix until a smooth batter forms, gradually incorporating additional flour to create a soft, slightly tacky dough.
- Initial Proofing: Knead the dough gently on a floured surface, then transfer to a greased bowl. Cover and let rise in a warm environment for approximately two hours, or until the volume doubles.
- Filling Creation: While dough rises, blend brown sugar and cinnamon to create a fragrant, well-mixed filling mixture.
- Dough Shaping: Deflate the risen dough and roll into an 18×10-inch rectangle. Brush generously with melted butter, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Rolling and Cutting: Spread the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly across the buttered surface. Roll tightly from the long side, creating a compact cylinder. Slice into twelve equal portions.
- Second Proofing: Place rolls cut-side up in a greased baking pan. Cover with a kitchen towel and allow to rise in a warm spot for one hour.
- Baking Process: Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls until they become puffy and achieve a golden color, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Icing Finale: Whip together confectioners’ sugar, softened butter, vanilla extract, and milk to create a smooth icing. Adjust consistency as needed. Drizzle generously over slightly cooled rolls, creating an irresistible finish.
Notes
- Knead with Care: Gentle kneading develops gluten structure without overworking the dough, ensuring soft and tender rolls.
- Temperature Matters: Use warm (not hot) water to activate yeast without killing it, aiming for around 110°F for optimal fermentation.
- Rising Environment: Choose a draft-free, warm spot like a turned-off oven with the light on to help dough rise consistently and effectively.
- Icing Consistency: Control the milk quantity gradually to achieve the perfect drizzling texture – start with small amounts and adjust as needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus rising time)
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg