Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 package (2 1/4 teaspoons) instant yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk, warmed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons red velvet cake mix
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
- Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg; mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 5-10 minutes, then cover and let it rise until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough and spread softened butter on top. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon and red velvet cake mix.
- Roll the dough tightly and cut into rolls.
- Place on a baking dish and let rise again.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes.
- For the glaze, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle over warm cinnamon rolls before serving.
Notes
Consider adding chocolate chips or nuts for a fun twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg