Valentine Heart Rolls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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1 can (12.4 oz) of ready-to-bake cinnamon roll dough (like Pillsbury) or your own homemade batch
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Flour to dust your surface (if working with homemade dough)
→ Optional Homemade Cream Cheese Frosting
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4 oz of cream cheese, softened to room temperature
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2 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter
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1 cup of powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon of vanilla
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1-2 tablespoons of milk to thin out as needed
→ Toppings
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Sprinkles in red, pink, and white or sanding sugar
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Edible glitter (if you like extra shine)
# Instructions:
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Gently unwind each cinnamon roll just a bit and pinch the ends together into a point for the bottom shape. Round the top edges to make it look like a heart.
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If it gets too sticky to handle, pop the dough in the fridge to chill for 10-15 minutes.
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Bake according to the directions on the package for store-bought dough, or follow your own method if you're using homemade dough.
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Beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth. Blend in powdered sugar and vanilla. Add milk a little at a time to get the right texture.
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Spread the frosting while the rolls are still warm, then quickly sprinkle your chosen decorations so they stick nicely.
# Notes:
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Works great with both store-bought or homemade dough
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Add food coloring to make pink or red frosting for a fun twist
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Best enjoyed fresh and warm right out of the oven
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Tint your icing to fit a Valentine's Day vibe