Creating Decadent Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls for Fall is a rewarding process. Follow these straightforward steps:

1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm milk with sugar and yeast. Allow it to sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another large bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and the activated yeast mixture until well combined.
4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
5. Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5–7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
6. First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
7. Prepare Filling: In a separate bowl, mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon to create a smooth filling.
8. Roll Out Dough: After the first rise, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle about ½ inch thick.
9. Spread Filling: Evenly spread the cinnamon filling over the rolled-out dough, leaving a little edge on one side.
10. Form the Rolls: Starting from the opposite edge, tightly roll the dough into a log shape.
11. Cut into Rolls: Cut the rolled dough into slices, about 1 ½ inches thick. Place the slices in a greased baking pan.
12. Second Rise: Cover the pan and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes until they’re puffy.
13. Preheat the Oven: While the rolls are rising, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
14. Bake the Rolls: Bake the cinnamon rolls for 25-30 minutes or until they are slightly golden on top.
15. Prepare Frosting: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Beat until smooth and creamy.
16. Cool and Frost: Allow the rolls to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before generously spreading the cream cheese frosting over the warm rolls.

By following these steps, you’ll create an exquisite batch of Decadent Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls for Fall that are sure to impress everyone!