Description
These Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls combine the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and rich cocoa for an indulgent breakfast treat or dessert. Soft yeast dough is layered with a luscious chocolate-cinnamon filling, baked until golden, and finished with a decadent chocolate cream glaze that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Filling
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Chocolate Glaze
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Combine warm milk and yeast in a bowl and let it sit until foamy, about 5-10 minutes. In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, granulated sugar, and the egg. Add the yeast mixture to this and stir well. Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and salt until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, thoroughly mix the softened butter with granulated sugar, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and unsweetened cocoa powder until well combined and creamy.
- Assemble the Rolls: Roll the risen dough into a large rectangle about 16×12 inches. Spread the chocolate-cinnamon filling evenly over the surface. Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces. Place the rolls cut-side up in a greased baking dish, leaving a little space between them. Cover and let rise for an additional 30 minutes to puff up.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until they turn golden brown on top and are cooked through.
- Prepare the Chocolate Glaze: While the rolls bake, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the semisweet chocolate chips in a bowl. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk gently until smooth and glossy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the warm chocolate glaze generously over the freshly baked cinnamon rolls. Serve warm and enjoy the rich, gooey flavors.
Notes
- Ensure the milk is warmed to around 110°F; too hot can kill the yeast.
- Kneading the dough properly helps develop gluten for a soft, fluffy texture.
- The dough rising times can vary depending on room temperature.
- Use good quality semisweet chocolate for the glaze for best flavor.
- Serve rolls warm for the best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
