Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Pink Cinnamon Rolls, a charming twist on the classic cinnamon roll. These fluffy treats are not only visually stunning with their vibrant pink color but also offer a sweet, cinnamon-infused flavor that will brighten up any breakfast or brunch table. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or simply as a fun family treat, these rolls are easy to make and can be customized with various toppings. Whether drizzled with cream cheese frosting or paired with fresh fruit, Pink Cinnamon Rolls are sure to impress your guests and loved ones alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box white cake mix
- 2 packages dry yeast
- 2 tsp pink food coloring
- 2 ½ cups warm water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- Butter, cinnamon for filling
- Cream cheese and powdered sugar for frosting
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing it with warm water in a bowl until frothy.
- Combine cake mix, flour, sugar, salt, and food coloring in another bowl. Gradually add the yeast mixture.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5–10 minutes until smooth. Let it rise covered until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough, spread softened butter, sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar, then roll tightly and slice into pieces.
- Place rolls on a baking sheet to rise again until doubled.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare frosting by mixing cream cheese and butter; add vanilla, half-and-half, powdered sugar, and salt until creamy.
- Drizzle frosting over warm rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg