Description
Warm, chocolatey, and irresistibly soft, these Hot Cocoa Cinnamon Rolls are the ultimate cozy treat for chilly mornings. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, they melt in your mouth with every bite.
Ingredients
-
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
-
1 cup warm whole milk (240 ml)
-
1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 g)
-
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted (75 g)
-
1 tsp salt
-
2 large eggs
-
4 cups all-purpose flour (500 g)
-
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (50 g)
-
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed (100 g)
-
2 tsp ground cinnamon
-
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (60 g)
-
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (90 g)
-
1 tsp vanilla extract
-
1 cup powdered sugar (120 g)
-
2–3 tbsp whole milk (30–45 ml)
Instructions
-
Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let foam for 5 minutes.
-
Mix in melted butter, eggs, and salt. Gradually add flour and knead until smooth. Let dough rise 1–1.5 hours.
-
Mix cocoa powder, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Spread butter over rolled dough, then sprinkle cocoa mixture and chocolate chips.
-
Roll dough into a log and cut into 12 pieces. Place in greased pan, cover, and let rise 30 minutes.
-
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake 20–25 minutes until golden.
-
Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle glaze over warm rolls. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25mins