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Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

Chocolate cinnamon rolls with chocolate cream cheese frosting
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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls topped with luscious Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting. Bursting with the warm flavors of cinnamon and rich cocoa, these delightful rolls are perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy brunch or a sweet dessert after dinner. This easy-to-follow recipe combines simple ingredients to create soft, fluffy rolls that everyone will adore. With just a little patience, you can enjoy the heavenly aroma wafting through your kitchen and savor the joy of sharing these treats with family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 100 g butter
  • 500 ml milk
  • 100 g white sugar
  • 7 g active dry yeast
  • 640 g all-purpose flour
  • 60 g dark cocoa powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground coffee (optional)
  • 150 g brown sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • some butter curls
  • 120 g cream cheese
  • 4 tbsp milk
  • 120 g powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp dark cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, melt butter and combine with warm milk. Stir in white sugar and yeast; let sit until frothy (5-10 minutes).
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add to yeast mixture until a dough forms.
  3. Knead dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth. Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
  4. Roll out dough into a rectangle. Spread with butter curls and sprinkle brown sugar mixed with cinnamon.
  5. Roll tightly into a log and slice into 15 even pieces. Place in a greased baking dish to rise again for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden.
  7. For frosting, mix cream cheese with milk; gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa until smooth.
  8. Drizzle frosting over warm rolls before serving.

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