Description
Indulgent red velvet cinnamon rolls combine classic Southern charm with a modern twist. Rich cream cheese frosting and deep crimson dough create an irresistible morning treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- 2 1/2 cups (312.5 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups (296 milliliters) warm water
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
Baking Enhancers and Filling:
- 1 cup (220 grams) packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup (76 milliliters) melted butter
Icing Components:
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup (56 grams) cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend cake mix, 1 cup flour, and yeast. Pour water and beat at medium speed for 2 minutes. Switch to dough hook and gradually incorporate remaining flour until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Transfer dough to a greased bowl, rotating to coat surface. Cover and allow to rise in a warm environment until volume doubles, approximately 1½ hours.
- Create filling by whisking brown sugar and cinnamon together in a separate bowl.
- Coat a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- On a floured surface, roll dough into a rectangular shape measuring roughly 16×12 inches and ¼ inch thick. Evenly spread butter across the surface, then distribute sugar-cinnamon mixture uniformly.
- Carefully roll dough from the long edge toward the bottom, creating a tight log. Slice into 1½ inch sections and arrange in prepared baking pan.
- Allow rolls to rise again for 30 minutes, or until they’ve nearly doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 20 minutes or until rolls achieve a golden-brown color.
- During baking, prepare icing by combining ingredients and whipping with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Once baked, immediately spread warm icing generously over the rolls while still hot.
Notes
- Customize the dough texture by gradually adding flour to achieve a soft, slightly sticky consistency that’s easy to work with.
- Ensure optimal rising by placing the dough in a warm, draft-free area like a turned-off oven with a pan of hot water nearby.
- Slice rolls precisely using dental floss or a sharp serrated knife for clean, even cuts that maintain the roll’s shape.
- Adapt the recipe for dietary needs by substituting gluten-free cake mix and using dairy-free butter alternatives for a more inclusive treat.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg