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Pink Velvet Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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Indulge in these delightful Pink Velvet Cinnamon Rolls, featuring a tender and slightly chocolatey dough with a luscious cinnamon-sugar and cream cheese filling. Enhanced with a hint of vanilla and optional pink food coloring for a festive touch, these rolls are baked to golden perfection and topped with a smooth powdered sugar glaze. Perfect for a special breakfast or sweet treat any time of day.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 packet instant yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pink food coloring (optional)

Filling Ingredients

  • 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon

Topping Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (for frosting consistency)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cake flour, sugar, cocoa powder, instant yeast, and salt. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the ingredients.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together melted unsalted butter, warm milk, egg, and vanilla extract. If desired, add a few drops of pink food coloring to achieve the characteristic pink hue of the dough.
  3. Knead the Dough: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring and then kneading by hand or with a stand mixer until a smooth, elastic dough forms. This should take about 8-10 minutes of kneading.
  4. Let the Dough Rise: Cover the bowl with a clean towel or plastic wrap and place it in a warm area. Allow the dough to rise and double in size, which will take approximately 60 minutes.
  5. Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, mix together softened cream cheese, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth and well combined.
  6. Roll Out the Dough: Once risen, punch the dough down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle approximately 12×16 inches.
  7. Fill and Roll: Spread the cream cheese and brown sugar cinnamon filling evenly over the dough rectangle. Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log shape.
  8. Slice the Rolls: Cut the rolled dough into 12 equal-sized cinnamon rolls using a sharp knife or dental floss.
  9. Arrange and Add Cream: Place the rolls into a greased baking pan, leaving slight gaps for expansion. Pour the 1/2 cup heavy cream evenly over the top of the rolls to keep them moist during baking.
  10. Bake the Rolls: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
  11. Prepare the Frosting: While the rolls bake, mix powdered sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth and pourable, adjusting milk quantity for desired consistency.
  12. Frost and Serve: Drizzle the powdered sugar frosting over the warm cinnamon rolls before serving for a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • Serve these cinnamon rolls warm for the best flavor and texture.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For longer storage, freeze the cooled rolls individually wrapped and thaw gently before reheating.
  • If pink coloring is not desired, omit it and enjoy a subtle pink cocoa color.
  • Ensure milk is warm, not hot, when mixing with yeast to avoid killing it.

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