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Decadent Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

Lush layers of velvety cinnamon dough, swirled with rich cream cheese frosting, make these Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls a delightful centerpiece for any gathering.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk warmed
  • 1 package 2¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk
  • Red food coloring optional

Method
 

  1. Activate the yeast.
  2. Make the dough.
  3. Let the dough rise.
  4. Prepare the filling.
  5. Roll out the dough.
  6. Spread filling and slice.
  7. Second rise.
  8. Preheat the oven.
  9. Bake the rolls.
  10. Make the frosting.
  11. Frost and serve.