Valentine Heart Cinnamon Rolls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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1 can (12.4 oz) refrigerated cinnamon roll dough (like Pillsbury) or homemade cinnamon roll dough
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Flour for dusting (if using homemade dough)
→ Homemade Cream Cheese Icing (Optional)
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1-2 tablespoons milk (to adjust consistency)
→ Decoration
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Pink, red, and white sprinkles or sanding sugar
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Edible glitter (optional)
# Instructions:
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Unroll each cinnamon roll slightly and pinch the loose ends into a point to create the bottom of the heart. Adjust the top edges to round them out.
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If the dough becomes sticky while shaping, chill it in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before continuing.
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Follow the baking instructions on the package for store-bought dough, or your recipe instructions for homemade dough.
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Mix softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Gradually add milk until desired consistency is reached.
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While still warm, ice the cinnamon rolls and immediately sprinkle with chosen decorations so they stick to the icing.
# Notes:
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Can be made with store-bought or homemade dough
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Add red or pink food coloring to the icing for a festive touch
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Best served warm, fresh from the oven
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Icing can be tinted pink or red for Valentine's theme