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Hot Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls

Deliciously soft cinnamon rolls infused with rich hot chocolate flavor and topped with a creamy chocolate glaze.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet instant yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk warm
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg
Filling
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
Glaze
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons milk adjust for consistency
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
  2. Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Make the Filling
  1. In a small bowl, mix cocoa powder, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  2. Spread softened butter over the dough once it has risen.
  3. Sprinkle the cocoa mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
Roll and Cut
  1. Roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from one edge.
  2. Cut the log into 8 equal pieces and place them on a greased baking sheet.
  3. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Bake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Prepare the Glaze
  1. In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gFiber: 2gSugar: 18g

Notes

For an extra touch, add mini marshmallows on top of the glaze.

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