Celebrate Galentine’s Day in style with a sweet and sassy treat—red velvet cinnamon rolls paired with a refreshing Apero Spritz mocktail. Whether you’re hosting a brunch with your besties or indulging in a little self-love, this combo is the perfect mix of cozy and chic. The rich, velvety cinnamon rolls bring all the decadence, while the citrusy mocktail adds a bubbly, bittersweet balance. It’s the ultimate way to toast to friendship, fun and fabulous flavors.
Galentine’s Day Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls
Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings 8
Calories 355 kcal
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 cup whole milk warm
- 3 tsp. active dry yeast
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 tsp. natural red food coloring
- 3-3/4 cups flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp. salt
Filling
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp. cinnamon
Frosting
Aperol Spritz Mocktail
- 4 oz. alcohol-free Free AF Apero Spritz
- 1 oz. cranberry juice
Instructions
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In large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
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Add eggs, butter, and red food coloring. Mix until smooth.
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Gradually add bread flour, cocoa powder and salt. Mix until dough forms.
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Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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Place in greased bowl, cover and let rise for 60-90 minutes, or until doubled in size.
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Roll out dough into rectangle. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle evenly with brown sugar and cinnamon.
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Roll tightly into log and cut into even rolls.
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Place rolls in greased baking dish, cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
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Bake at 350 degrees F. for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
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Spread generously with cream cheese frosting while warm.
Mocktail Instructions
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Pour Apero Spritz into glass filled with ice.
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Top with cranberry juice and stir gently.
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Serve and enjoy
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Galentine’s Day Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 355
Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Fat 16g25%
Saturated Fat 10g50%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Cholesterol 80mg27%
Sodium 323mg13%
Potassium 191mg5%
Carbohydrates 51g17%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 37g41%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 535IU11%
Vitamin C 0.5mg1%
Calcium 114mg11%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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