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Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls

Warm, Soft Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls for Sweet Moments

Indulge in these delightful Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls, perfect for breakfast or dessert, with their soft, gooey texture and decadent flavor.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rise Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 10 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 270

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup milk warm, about 110°F (43°C)
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour no substitutions recommended
  • 1 large egg beaten; replace with extra liquid for egg-free
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar dark brown sugar preferred
  • ½ cup cocoa powder Dutch-processed recommended
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract almond extract for a twist
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup heavy cream whole milk can be used

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Directions
  1. Warm 1 cup of milk until just warm to touch; sprinkle active dry yeast and let sit for 5-10 mins until frothy.
  2. In stand mixer, combine 4 cups flour, ½ cup cocoa powder, ½ cup brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add yeast mixture, egg, and ½ cup butter, mix until dough forms.
  3. Transfer dough to greased bowl, cover, and let rise in warm place for 1½ to 2 hours until doubled in size.
  4. In bowl, mix ½ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon vanilla until combined.
  5. Roll risen dough into ¼ inch thick rectangle, spread ¼ cup butter, and sprinkle filling evenly. Roll tightly and slice into 9-11 pieces.
  6. Place rolls in greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30-60 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake rolls for about 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, ¼ cup cocoa powder, and ¼ cup cream until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, measure ingredients accurately and allow dough to rise properly.

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