Description

Black Cocoa Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting are a delightful treat that combines rich, chocolatey cocoa with warm cinnamon in fluffy dough, topped with a creamy frosting. Perfect for brunch or dessert, these rolls will impress your family and friends with their stunning appearance and unforgettable flavor. The aroma wafting through your kitchen as they bake is just the cherry on top of this delicious experience.

Ingredients

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4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup black cocoa powder
1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 cup whole milk (lukewarm)
1/3 cup unsalted butter (melted)
8 oz cream cheese (softened for frosting)
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, combine lukewarm milk with sugar and yeast. Let sit until foamy.
Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, black cocoa powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
Knead Dough: Add melted butter and yeast mixture to dry ingredients. Mix until combined and knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes.
Let Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise until doubled (about 1-2 hours).
Create Filling: Mix brown sugar, black cocoa powder, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
Roll Out Dough: Roll out dough into a rectangle and spread softened butter; sprinkle filling evenly across.
Shape Rolls: Roll tightly from one long side and cut into 12-15 pieces using dental floss or knife.
Bake: Place rolls in a greased pan to rise again for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Make Frosting: Blend softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
Enjoy warm rolls drizzled with cream cheese frosting.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll (80g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg