Red Velvet Valentine Cinnamon Rolls (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ 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
→ 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
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Heart sprinkles for decoration
# Let's Cook!:
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Mix warm milk, yeast and sugar until foamy. Combine with flour mixture, butter, eggs, and food coloring. Knead until smooth, let rise 1-2 hours
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Mix softened butter with brown sugar and cinnamon until well combined
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Roll dough into 15x9 rectangle, spread filling, roll into log and cut into 12 pieces. Let rise 30-45 minutes
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Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until golden brown
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Beat cream cheese and butter, add powdered sugar and vanilla. Thin with milk to desired consistency
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Spread glaze over warm rolls and top with heart sprinkles
# Cook's Notes:
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Use warm but not hot milk for proper yeast activation
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Roll dough tightly for well-defined swirls
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Use dental floss for clean cuts
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Let rolls cool slightly before glazing