The Best Ever Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls You Need to Try

These Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls take the classic breakfast treat to a whole new level. With their vibrant color, soft dough, and sweet cinnamon filling, each roll is a feast for the senses. Topped with a smooth cream cheese glaze, they’re the perfect way to start your morning or impress guests during brunch. And the best part? They’re made lighter without sacrificing that melt-in-your-mouth goodness.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Decadent and Vibrant – All the flavors of red velvet cake wrapped in a cinnamon roll.
Lightened-Up Ingredients – Smart swaps for a fluffy, guilt-free indulgence.
Perfect for Any Occasion – Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon treat.
Soft and Gooey – Each roll is pillowy soft with a sweet, spiced filling.

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (warmed)
• 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
• 2 tbsp granulated erythritol (or preferred sweetener)
• 2 tbsp light butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp salt
• Red food coloring (optional, for that vibrant red velvet look)

For the Filling:

• 2 tbsp light butter, softened
• ⅓ cup brown sugar (or sugar substitute)
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

For the Cream Cheese Glaze:

• 2 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp powdered erythritol
• 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, warm the almond milk (not too hot, around 110°F/43°C). Stir in the erythritol and yeast. Let sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes foamy.

Prepare the Dough
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and food coloring. Pour in the yeast mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.

Knead and Rise
On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough for about 5–7 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Prepare the Filling
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon.

Roll and Fill
Punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle (about 12×8 inches). Spread the softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Roll and Cut
Roll the dough tightly from the long edge, then cut into 12 even pieces. Place them in a greased baking dish, cut side up.

Second Rise and Bake
Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Bake the rolls for 18–20 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Make the Cream Cheese Glaze
While the rolls are baking, whisk together the cream cheese, powdered erythritol, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Glaze and Serve
Drizzle the warm rolls with the cream cheese glaze before serving.

Nutritional Information (Per Roll)

Calories: 145
Protein: 4g
Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Sugar: 5g
Fiber: 2g

Tips for Success

• Proper Rise Time – Give the dough enough time to rise; this makes the rolls extra fluffy.
• Go Easy on the Food Coloring – A few drops go a long way for that classic red velvet color.
• Don’t Overbake – Pull them out when they’re just golden to keep them soft and gooey.
• Warm Before Serving – A quick reheat in the microwave revives the softness.

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe takes the nostalgia of classic red velvet cake and marries it with the gooey comfort of cinnamon rolls. With lightened ingredients, you get all the indulgence without the heaviness, and the cream cheese glaze is the perfect finishing touch.

Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls are a show-stopping breakfast or dessert that brings a touch of elegance to the table. Fluffy, flavorful, and perfectly sweet, they’re proof that you can enjoy comfort food with a little bit of flair and a lot less guilt.