Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls: The Best Indulgent Treat for Your Weekend
A delightful recipe for chocolate cinnamon rolls that are perfect for a weekend indulgence, combining rich chocolate flavor with a warm, fluffy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk, warmed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, yeast, and salt.
- Add warmed milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, sprinkle with cinnamon and chocolate chips, then roll up tightly.
- Slice the rolled dough and place the slices in a greased baking dish.
- Let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For extra sweetness, drizzle with icing made from powdered sugar and milk.
- These rolls can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Chocolate, Cinnamon Rolls, Dessert, Weekend Treat