Red Velvet Honeybun with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Icing

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This Red Velvet Honeybun combines the rich, velvety flavor of classic red velvet cake with the sweet, comforting taste of a honeybun. Topped with a creamy cinnamon cream cheese icing, it’s a decadent treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

For the Red Velvet Honeybun:

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Cream Cheese Icing:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  1. Prepare the Red Velvet Honeybun:
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  • In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, red food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth and well incorporated.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  1. Make the Cinnamon Cream Cheese Icing:
  • In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until well combined and fluffy.
  • Mix in the ground cinnamon and vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
  1. Frost the Cake:
  • Once the red velvet honeybun is completely cool, spread the cinnamon cream cheese icing evenly over the top.
  • For an extra touch, sprinkle a little more ground cinnamon on top of the icing if desired.
  1. Serve and Enjoy:
  • Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy your delicious Red Velvet Honeybun with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Icing!

Feel free to adjust the sweetness or spice level according to your taste. Enjoy baking!

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