Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls: Easy Indulgence for Your Weekend Brunch
Indulge in the deliciousness of homemade Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls, perfect for a weekend brunch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk (for frosting)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Add melted butter, egg, flour, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 5 minutes, then let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough, spread cinnamon and chocolate chips, then roll it up.
- Cut the roll into pieces and place them in a baking dish. Let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes.
- Mix powdered sugar and milk to create a frosting, and drizzle over the rolls.
Notes
- Try adding nuts for extra crunch!
- These rolls are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg