Easy Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls
Soft, gooey cinnamon rolls with a rich chocolate twist—perfect for breakfast or dessert!
Servings: 12 rolls
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
For the Filling
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
For the Frosting
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp milk, as needed
Instructions
Make the Dough
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add eggs, melted butter, sugar, and salt. Gradually mix in flour until a dough forms.
- Knead for 8 minutes, then let rise in a greased bowl, covered, until doubled—about 1 hour.
Prepare the Filling
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cocoa powder until well combined.
Assemble Rolls
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Spread the filling evenly, then sprinkle with chocolate chips.
- Tightly roll up the dough and slice into 12 even rolls.
- Place in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
Bake and Frost
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 20–25 minutes until golden and set.
- Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and butter for frosting. Mix in powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
- Spread frosting over warm rolls and serve!