Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls

These chocolate cinnamon rolls are soft, warm, and full of chocolate and spice. They are great for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. If you like trying other rolls, try the easy and colorful pink velvet cinnamon rolls for a different treat.

why make this recipe

You get rich chocolate flavor with warm cinnamon in a soft roll. The dough is simple and the filling is quick to mix. These rolls make your kitchen smell great and they please kids and adults.

how to make Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls

Make the dough, let it rise, add a cocoa-cinnamon filling, roll it up, slice, let rise again, bake, and top with a simple glaze. Follow the ingredient list and the directions below for clear steps.

Ingredients :

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon butter (for glaze)
• 1-2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)

Directions :

1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In a saucepan, heat the milk, water, and 2 tablespoons of butter until warm but not hot. Add to dry ingredients and mix in the egg. Knead until smooth.
2. Let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, until doubled.
3. Meanwhile, mix cocoa powder, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the filling. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread with filling, and sprinkle dark chocolate chips.
4. Roll tightly and slice into rolls.
5. Place in a greased baking dish and let rise for another 30 minutes.
6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes.
7. For the glaze, melt butter and stir in powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
8. Drizzle over warm rolls and serve.

how to serve Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls

Serve warm on a plate. Drizzle extra glaze if you like them sweeter. They go well with coffee, tea, or a glass of milk.

how to store Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls

Cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

tips to make Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls

• Make sure milk is warm, not hot, to keep yeast alive.
• Roll dough evenly so rolls bake the same.
• Use chilled sharp knife or dental floss to cut neat slices.
• Add a few extra minutes in the oven if rolls look doughy in the center.
• Let rolls cool a little before glazing so glaze does not melt away.

variation (if any)

• Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the filling.
• Swap dark chocolate chips for milk chocolate or white chocolate.
• Use a cream cheese glaze for a tangy finish.

FAQs

Q: Can I use instant yeast instead of active dry yeast?
A: Yes. Reduce rise time slightly and follow package directions for best results.

Q: Can I make the dough the night before?
A: Yes. After the first rise, cover and refrigerate the dough. Shape and bake the next day. Let rolls come to room temperature and rise again before baking.

Q: How do I know rolls are done baking?
A: They should be golden and the center should not be wet. An instant-read thermometer shows about 190°F (88°C) in the center for fully baked dough.

Q: Can I freeze the unbaked rolls?
A: Yes. Freeze them after slicing in a tray, then transfer to a bag. Bake from frozen, adding extra bake time as needed.

Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls

• Author: arianarecipes
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Soft, warm chocolate cinnamon rolls filled with rich chocolate flavor and cinnamon spice, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert.

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Ingredients

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• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon butter (for glaze)
• 1–2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)

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Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. In a saucepan, heat the milk, water, and 2 tablespoons of butter until warm but not hot. Add to dry ingredients and mix in the egg. Knead until smooth.
3. Let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, until doubled.
4. Meanwhile, mix cocoa powder, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the filling.
5. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread with filling, and sprinkle dark chocolate chips.
6. Roll tightly and slice into rolls.
7. Place in a greased baking dish and let rise for another 30 minutes.
8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes.
9. For the glaze, melt butter and stir in powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
10. Drizzle over warm rolls and serve.

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Notes

Make sure milk is warm, not hot, to keep yeast alive. Roll dough evenly, and use chilled sharp knife or dental floss for neat slices. Add extra bake time if rolls appear doughy in the center.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 roll
• Calories: 250
• Sugar: 14g
• Sodium: 150mg
• Fat: 9g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 36g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 4g
• Cholesterol: 30mg