Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls with Espresso Cream Cheese Icing. These soft, cocoa-infused rolls are swirled with a luscious blend of chocolate and cinnamon, then generously topped with a creamy espresso frosting that elevates the entire experience. Perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy mornings at home, these rolls offer a delightful twist on traditional cinnamon rolls. With their impressive presentation and customizable options—like adding nuts or different chocolate varieties—these decadent pastries are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 240 g whole milk (1 cup, warmed to 110°F)
- 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
- 50 g granulated sugar (¼ cup)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 115 g unsalted butter (½ cup, softened)
- 1 tsp salt
- 570 g all-purpose flour (4 3/4 cups)
- 30 g unsweetened cocoa powder (¼ cup)
- 113 g unsalted butter (½ cup, softened)
- 200 g brown sugar (1 cup, packed)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 50 g semi-sweet chocolate (finely chopped or mini chips)
- 225 g cream cheese (8 oz, room temperature)
- 60 g unsalted butter (¼ cup, room temperature)
- 240 g powdered sugar (2 cups, sifted)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp instant espresso powder (dissolved in 1 tbsp milk or cream)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a stand mixer bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar; let sit until foamy.
- Mix in eggs, softened butter, and salt. Gradually add flour and cocoa; knead until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a greased bowl until doubled (1–1.5 hours).
- Prepare filling by mixing softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cocoa in a bowl.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle; spread filling evenly and add chopped chocolate.
- Roll tightly and slice into 12 rolls; place in a greased pan to rise again (30–40 minutes).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter; add powdered sugar, cinnamon, espresso mixture, and salt until fluffy.
- Frost warm rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (90g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg