If you love classic cinnamon rolls and can’t resist the rich flavor of red velvet cake, this recipe is about to steal your heart. These Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls are ultra-soft, beautifully red, filled with a buttery cinnamon swirl, and finished with a silky cream cheese glaze that melts into every spiral.
Perfect for holidays, brunch, Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or cozy weekends, these rolls look bakery-worthy but are surprisingly easy to make at home.
⭐ Why You’ll Love These Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls
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Super soft and fluffy dough
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Gorgeous deep red color
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Rich cocoa-kissed flavor
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Gooey cinnamon filling
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Creamy, tangy cream cheese glaze
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Perfect make-ahead breakfast or dessert
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Red Velvet Dough
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¾ cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C)
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2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
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½ cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 tbsp cocoa powder
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1 tbsp red food coloring
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp salt
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4 to 4½ cups all-purpose flour
For the Cinnamon Filling
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¾ cup brown sugar
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2 tbsp ground cinnamon
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 tbsp butter, softened
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1½ cups powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2–3 tbsp milk or heavy cream
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Activate the Yeast
In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
