Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of light brown sugar, 1/4 cup of black cocoa powder, and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon. Mix well with a fork until integrated and a uniform filling forms.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons of instant dry yeast, 1 teaspoon of fine salt, and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.
- Microwave 1 cup of whole milk, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup of unsalted butter until warm, about 30-45 seconds. Stir gently to dissolve the sugar.
- Pour the warm mixture into the dry ingredients and add 1 large room temperature egg. Mix with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough begins to form.
- Cover the bowl with a dish towel and let the dough rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- On a floured surface, turn out the dough and roll it into a large rectangle, about 12x18 inches.
- Spread 1/4 cup of softened unsalted butter evenly over the rolled-out dough.
- Sprinkle the prepared chocolate filling mixture evenly over the buttered portion of the dough.
- Starting from the long side, tightly roll the dough into a log shape, pinching the sealed edge to secure it.
- Cut the rolled dough into 9 equal pieces using dental floss or a sharp knife.
- Place the cut rolls in a greased baking pan. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a turned-off oven for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) after the rolls have risen.
- Bake the rolls for 26-32 minutes until golden brown and slightly gooey.
- While the rolls are baking, melt 1/4 cup of unsalted butter with 1/2 cup of unsweetened chocolate chips and 3 tablespoons of whole milk. Stir in 1 cup of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the chocolate glaze over the top of the rolls once cooled slightly.
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Notes
These Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls can be frozen unbaked and then risen before baking for warm, fresh rolls anytime.
