Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of these decadent Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls that are perfect for breakfast or dessert. The soft, fluffy dough is swirled with a blend of cinnamon, brown sugar, and mini chocolate chips, making each bite a delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours (including rising time)
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
Filling:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Dissolve yeast in warm milk, add sugar, melted butter, salt, eggs, and 2 cups of flour. Mix, gradually add remaining flour, knead until smooth. Let rise.
- Assemble the Rolls: Roll out dough, spread with softened butter. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, cocoa powder, sprinkle over butter. Top with chocolate chips. Roll dough, slice into rolls, place in baking dish.
- Bake: Let rise, bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes until golden.
- Serve: Cool slightly before frosting or serving.
Notes
- Top with cream cheese frosting or chocolate glaze.
- Use dark chocolate chips for extra richness.
- Prepare rolls the night before for morning baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
