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Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls

Indulge in warm and comforting Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls filled with a delightful mixture of chocolate and cinnamon, topped with a sweet glaze.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F) Should be warm to the touch, not hot.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted For the dough.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Filling Ingredients
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened For the filling.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons milk For the glaze.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract For the glaze.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk. Add sugar, egg, melted butter, salt, and flour. Stir until combined, then knead until smooth and elastic. Let it rise in a warm spot, covered, for 1 hour.
Filling
  1. While the dough is rising, mix the brown sugar, cocoa powder, and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
  2. After the dough has risen, roll it into a rectangle on a floured surface. Spread softened butter, then sprinkle the sugar mixture and mini chocolate chips.
Rolling and Rising
  1. Roll the dough tightly from one end, slice into thick pieces, and place in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Glazing
  1. While the rolls cool, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze. Drizzle over warm rolls.

Notes

For extra decadence, top with cream cheese frosting. Prepare rolls the night before for a quick breakfast. If yeast doesn't bubble, it may need to be replaced.