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Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls

Irresistible Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls for Your Sweet Cravings

Indulge in these Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls, a chocolate lover's dream perfect for brunch or dessert.
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 20 minutes
Second Rise 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 9 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup Milk warm
  • 4 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 large Egg
  • cup Butter melted
  • ½ cup Brown sugar
  • cup Cocoa powder unsweetened
  • teaspoons Active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
Filling
  • ½ cup Brown sugar
  • ¼ cup Cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
  • 3-4 tablespoons Heavy cream

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Steps
  1. Activate Yeast: Combine 1 cup of warm milk and 2¼ teaspoons of active dry yeast in a bowl. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix Dough: Sift together 4 cups of all-purpose flour, ⅓ cup cocoa powder, ½ cup brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add yeast mixture, 1 egg, and ⅓ cup melted butter, mixing until smooth.
  3. First Rise: Let the dough rise in a greased bowl covered with a damp cloth for 1½ to 2 hours until doubled.
  4. Prepare Filling: Mix together ½ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Shape Rolls: Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread ⅓ cup softened butter, sprinkle filling, roll tightly and slice into 9-11 pieces.
  6. Second Rise: Place rolls in a greased dish, cover, and let rise for 30-60 minutes.
  7. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Glaze: Prepare glaze by whisking together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, and 3-4 tablespoons heavy cream. Drizzle over warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure milk is warm for yeast activation. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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