Best 8 Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our tantalizing chocolate cinnamon rolls. These irresistible pastries are the epitome of comfort food, featuring a soft and fluffy yeast dough enveloping a delectable filling of rich chocolate and warm cinnamon sugar. Each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and indulgent, leaving your taste buds dancing with joy. Our collection of recipes provides a variety of options to suit every baker's skill level and preference, from classic yeasted rolls to quick and easy variations using puff pastry or crescent dough. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, we've got you covered. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a mouthwatering journey into the world of chocolate cinnamon rolls.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CINNAMON CHOCOLATE CHIP ROLLS



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I started adding chocolate chips to my cinnamon rolls because several children didn't like the raisins in them. The chocolate and cinnamon are a fun flavor combination. My family loves them, and so does my Sunday school class. -Patty Wynn, Pardeevlle, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
3 cups warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup honey
4 teaspoons salt
14 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
6 tablespoons butter, softened
2-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
1 package (10 ounces) miniature semisweet chocolate chips
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
GLAZE:
3 cups confectioners' sugar
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 to 8 tablespoons whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water; let stand 5 minutes. Add the milk, butter, eggs, honey, salt and 3 cups flour; beat on low for 3 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a large greased bowl, turning once. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a floured surface; divide into 4 pieces. Roll each into a 14x8-in. rectangle; spread with butter. Combine the brown sugar, chips and cinnamon; sprinkle over dough to within 1/2 in. of edges and press into dough. , Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Cut each into 12 slices. Place cut side down in 4 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks. , For glaze, in a large bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, butter, vanilla and enough milk to reach desired consistency; drizzle over warm rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHOCOLATE CINNAMON ROLLS



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These rolls are different from the regular cinnamon rolls. When I take them to my morning bowling league, they are quickly scarfed up.-Myrna Sippel, Thompson, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 20 rolls.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
4-1/2 to 4-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup baking cocoa
FILLING:
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
2/3 cup finely chopped nuts, optional
ICING:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk
Additional miniature semisweet chocolate chips, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water. Add the butter, sugar, salt and remaining water. Stir in 2-1/2 cups flour and cocoa. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes or until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Roll each portion into a 12x10-in. rectangle; brush with melted butter. Combine the sugar, cinnamon, chocolate chips and, if desired, nuts; sprinkle over dough to within 1/2 in. of edges. , Roll up each jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seams to seal. Cut each into 10 slices. Place cut side down in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes., Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to reach desired consistency. Spread over rolls while slightly warm; sprinkle with additional chocolate chips if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHOCOLATE CINNAMON ROLLS



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Make and share this Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Divinemom5

Categories     Breads

Time 2h27m

Yield 12 rolls, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (1/4 ounce) package yeast
3/4 cup water (110-115 degrees)
1/2 cup shortening
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1/3 cup cocoa
2 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon softened butter
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
chopped nuts (optional)
3/4 cup powdered sugar
2 -3 teaspoons cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • In medium bowl,dissolve yeast in water.
  • Stir in shortening, salt, sugar, egg, cocoa, and 1 cup flour.
  • Beat 2 minutes on medium speed of mixer, or 300 vigorous strokes by hand.
  • Scrape side of bowl, stir in remaining flour; blend well.
  • Cover and let rise in warm place until double (about 1 hour). Stir dough down by beating 25 strokes.
  • Turn soft dough into well floured surface; roll into 8x12-inch rectangle.
  • Spread with softened butter and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  • Roll up beginning with wide edge.
  • Pinch edges together.
  • Cut into 12 pieces.
  • Place in greased 9x13-inch pan.
  • Let rise until doubled (about 40 minutes) Bake at 375°F for 25 minutes.
  • Combine icing ingredients, adding enough cream for good spreading consistency.
  • Spread on rolls immediately and then sprinkle with nuts if desired.
  • Serve warm.
  • Can also use favorite cream cheese icing to frost.

CHOCOLATE CHIP FILLED CINNAMON ROLLS



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Whenever I make these for breakfast, there's never anyone who sleeps in. -Patty Wynn, Pardeeville, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
1-1/2 cups warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 large egg
6 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons salt
7 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar plus 2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
GLAZE:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 to 4 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water; let stand 5 minutes. Add the milk, butter, eggs, honey, salt and 3 cups flour; beat on low for 3 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a large greased bowl; turning once. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a floured surface; divide into two pieces. Roll each into a 14x8-in. rectangle; spread with butter. Combine the brown sugar, chips and cinnamon; sprinkle over dough to within 1/2 in. of edges and press into dough. , Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Cut each into 12 slices. Place cut side down in two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks. , For glaze, in a large bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, butter, vanilla and enough milk to achieve desired consistency; drizzle over rolls.

Nutrition Facts :

CHOCOLATE CINNAMON ROLLS



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These chocolate cinnamon rolls are more complicated than most, but they're fantastic and worth the effort.

Provided by CBerrier86

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 2h55m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 packages active dry yeast
½ cup warm water (105 to115 degrees F/40 to 45 degrees C)
4 ½ cups all-purpose flour, or more as needed
⅔ cup cocoa powder
½ cup shortening
½ cup lukewarm milk (scalded then cooled)
1 cup white sugar, divided
2 large eggs eggs
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, or to taste, divided
1 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons butter, softened
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Dissolve yeast in warm water in a mixing bowl. Stir in 2 1/2 cups flour, cocoa, shortening, milk, 1/2 cup sugar, eggs, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, and salt. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Mix in enough remaining flour to make dough easy to handle.
  • Turn dough onto a lightly floured board; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turn greased side-up, and cover. Let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease two 9x13-inch baking pans.
  • Punch down dough and divide in half. Roll each half into a 15x9-inch rectangle. Spread each rectangle with 2 tablespoons butter. Mix remaining 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon together in a bowl. Sprinkle half of the mix over each rectangle. Roll up, beginning at the wide side; pinch edges of dough into the roll to seal well. Stretch the roll to make even.
  • Cut each roll into 15 slices. Place slightly apart in the prepared pans. Let rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • While rolls bake, mix confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth. Frost rolls while still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.6 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 95.8 mg, Sugar 12.8 g

CHOCOLATE CINNAMON ROLLS WITH ICING



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Check these out! What a scrumptious change of pace from ordinary cinnamon rolls, and a perfect addition to coffee breaks. Serve them at brunch, too. -Rita Lempka, Sterling, NE

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup shortening
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided
1 large egg, room temperature
1/3 cup baking cocoa
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
QUICK WHITE ICING:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 tablespoons whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water; let stand for 5 minutes. Add shortening, salt, 1/4 cup sugar, egg, cocoa and 1 cup flour; beat for 2 minutes. Stir in remaining flour and blend with a spoon until smooth. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Stir dough down and turn onto a well-floured surface (dough will be soft). Roll out into a 12x9-in. rectangle. Carefully spread with butter. , Combine cinnamon and remaining sugar; sprinkle over butter. Roll up gently, beginning at a wide end. Cut into 12 pieces and place in a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. Bake at 375° for 25 minutes., Meanwhile, for icing, stir all ingredients together in a small bowl until mixture is desired spreading consistency. Drizzle icing onto warm rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 214mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHOCOLATE CINNAMON ROLLS



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Make and share this Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Terri Juwan

Categories     Breads

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 loaves frozen white yeast bread dough, thawed and divided (1 lb.)
1/4 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 cups semisweet chocolate morsels
1 cup chopped pecans, divided
1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
  • Roll one bread loaf into 16 x 10-inch rectangle on lightly floured surface.
  • Combine sugar and cinnamon in small bowl.
  • Sprinkle 2 tablespoons sugar/cinnamon mixture over dough, leaving 1/2-inch border around sides.
  • Sprinkle with 1 cup chocolate morsels and 1/2 cups chopped pecans.
  • Roll up dough starting at short end and seal edges.
  • Cut into 6 slices.
  • Place cut side up in prepared baking pan.
  • Repeat with remaining bread loaf, sugar mixture, morsels and nuts.
  • Place in second prepared baking pan.
  • Cover and let rise in warm place until dough almost fills pans.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until deep golden brown.
  • Cool slightly and drizzle with Glaze.
  • For Glaze: Combine powdered sugar and milk to make a siff glaze.

CRANBERRY-WHITE CHOCOLATE CINNAMON ROLLS



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A basket of warm cinnamon rolls is a sure way to impress family and friends. Add cranberries and chocolate to the ingredient mix, and these treats are irresistible.-Meg Marriott, Tacoma, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
1 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
5 to 6 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 package (10 to 12 ounces) white baking chips
1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans
GLAZE:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
5 to 6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the butter, sugar, salt and 4 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Punch dough down. On a lightly floured surface, roll into a 24x12-in. rectangle. For filling, combine the butter, brown sugar and cinnamon; spread over dough to within 1/2 in. of edges. Sprinkle with chips, cranberries and pecans. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal., Cut into 16 slices. Place cut side down in two greased 13x9-in. baking pans. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes., Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough cream to achieve desired consistency; drizzle over warm rolls. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637 calories, Fat 34g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 482mg sodium, Carbohydrate 78g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Tips and Conclusion

These delectable chocolate cinnamon rolls are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Here are some tips to ensure they turn out perfectly:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the taste of your cinnamon rolls. Use high-quality butter, flour, milk, and chocolate.
  • Activate the yeast properly: Make sure to proof the yeast in warm water with sugar before adding it to the dough. This will help the yeast grow and produce carbon dioxide, which will make your cinnamon rolls light and fluffy.
  • Don't over-knead the dough: Over-kneading the dough will make it tough. Knead it just until it comes together and is smooth and elastic.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place: The dough should rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will take about an hour.
  • Don't overfill the rolls: When rolling up the cinnamon rolls, don't overfill them with the filling. This will make them difficult to roll up and they may come apart when baking.
  • Bake the cinnamon rolls until they are golden brown: Bake the cinnamon rolls in a preheated oven until they are golden brown. This will take about 25 minutes.

In conclusion, these chocolate cinnamon rolls are an indulgent treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their rich chocolate filling and sweet cinnamon glaze, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special breakfast or dessert, give these cinnamon rolls a try.

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