Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls

Ingredients (Dough)

• 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour

• 2 ¼ tsp (7g) instant yeast

• ½ cup (120ml) warm milk

• ½ cup (120ml) warm water

• ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar

• 1 large egg

• ¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 tsp salt

Filling

• ½ cup (100g) brown sugar

• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

• 2 tsp ground cinnamon

• ¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened

• ½ cup (90g) mini chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate)

Glaze (optional)

• 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar

• 2–3 tbsp milk

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

In a bowl, mix warm milk, warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit 5–7 minutes until foamy.

Add egg, butter, and salt. Gradually add flour and knead until soft, elastic dough forms (about 8 minutes). Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (1 hour).

Punch down dough and roll into a rectangle (about 12×16 inches). Spread softened butter over dough. Mix brown sugar, cocoa, and cinnamon; sprinkle evenly. Add chocolate chips.

Roll tightly from the long side into a log and slice into 12 rolls. Place in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise 30–40 minutes until puffy.

Bake at 175°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.

For glaze, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over warm rolls.