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Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls with Hazelnut Icing

Deliciously soft and fluffy cinnamon rolls filled with rich chocolate and topped with a creamy hazelnut icing.
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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: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 1 packet instant yeast about 2 1/4 teaspoons
  • 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 brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet
Hazelnut Icing
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons hazelnut spread like Nutella
  • 2 tablespoons milk adjust for consistency
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together warm milk, melted butter, and egg.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Make the Filling
  1. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cinnamon.
  2. Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle.
  3. Spread the filling mixture evenly over the dough and sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
  4. Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 8 equal pieces.
  5. Place the rolls on a greased baking sheet and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Bake the Rolls
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  3. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before icing.
Prepare the Icing
  1. In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, hazelnut spread, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Adjust the milk as necessary to achieve desired consistency.
  3. Drizzle the icing over the warm rolls before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gFiber: 2gSugar: 20g

Notes

These rolls are best served warm and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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