Red Velvet Cream Cheese Rolls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough
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1 cup warm milk
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2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons cocoa powder
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2 teaspoons red food coloring (or enough to achieve desired color)
→ Filling
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1 cup brown sugar, packed
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3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
→ Cream Cheese Glaze
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4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2-3 tablespoons milk (adjust for desired consistency)
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Heart sprinkles for decoration
# Instructions:
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In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
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In another bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Add melted butter, eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract to the yeast mixture. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
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In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.
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Punch down the dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a 15x9 inch rectangle. Spread the filling evenly over the dough. Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces and place in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
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Cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes until doubled.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool slightly.
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In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until creamy. Add milk one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
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Spread the cream cheese glaze over the warm rolls. Sprinkle with heart sprinkles for a festive touch. Serve immediately and enjoy!
# Notes:
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Roll the dough tightly to get well-defined swirls in the rolls
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Use dental floss to cut the rolls cleanly without squishing them
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Let the rolls cool slightly before applying the glaze to prevent it from melting too much
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For an extra touch, sprinkle some red velvet cake crumbs on top of the glaze