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Pink Cinnamon Rolls

Delicious Pink Cinnamon Rolls to Brighten Your Day

These Pink Cinnamon Rolls combine nostalgia and flavor for a delightful breakfast or dessert option.
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Course: Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baking, breakfast, Cinnamon Rolls, dessert, Pink Cinnamon Rolls, Sweet Rolls
Prep Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Rising Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking dish
  • Oven

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup milk warm
  • ½ cup butter melted
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon activated yeast

For the Filling

  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup beet juice or natural food coloring

For the Icing

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  • Gently warm milk and butter in a saucepan until melted and warm, then add activated yeast and let sit.
  • Combine the frothy milk mixture with the dry ingredients and add beaten eggs to form a dough.
  • Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic, then let it rise in a greased bowl for 1 hour.
  • Roll out the dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick on a floured surface.
  • Spread softened butter on the rolled-out dough and sprinkle a mixture of brown sugar and cinnamon over it.
  • Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice it into 12 equal pieces.
  • Place the sliced rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F and bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  • Prepare the icing by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, adding beet juice for color.
  • Drizzle the icing over the warm cinnamon rolls before serving.

Notes

Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1roll | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg