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Chocolate Orange Cinnamon Rolls

Chocolate Orange Cinnamon Rolls
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Indulge in the delightful warmth of Chocolate Orange Cinnamon Rolls, a treat that combines rich chocolate and zesty orange flavors for an unforgettable experience. These soft, fluffy rolls are perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy weekend breakfast, a festive family gathering, or just because you deserve something special. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, you’ll be amazed at how quickly you can whip up this indulgent dessert. The gooey filling and luscious cream cheese frosting make each bite a sweet celebration. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy these magical treats!

Ingredients

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  • 60 grams Unsalted butter (for dough)
  • 220 millilitres Whole milk
  • 1 packet (11 grams) Fast-action dried yeast
  • 50 grams Caster sugar
  • 1 medium Egg (room temperature)
  • 1 medium Egg yolk (room temperature)
  • 460 grams Strong white bread flour (plus more for dusting)
  • 50 grams Cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 60 grams Unsalted butter (room temperature, for filling)
  • 120 grams light brown sugar/muscovado sugar
  • 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 large Orange (zest only)
  • 50 grams Milk chocolate
  • 75 grams Full-fat cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 50 grams Icing sugar
  • 1 large Orange (juice only)

Instructions

  1. Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan and warm whole milk until body temperature. Sprinkle in yeast and sugar; let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a bowl, whisk eggs, then combine with yeast mixture. Gradually add flour, cocoa powder, and salt to form dough.
  3. Knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
  4. Mix room-temperature butter with brown sugar, cinnamon, and orange zest to create the filling.
  5. Roll out dough into a rectangle; spread filling evenly over it.
  6. Roll tightly into a log and slice into 10 equal pieces; place cut-side up in a baking dish.
  7. Let rise for another 30 minutes before baking at 350°F (180°C) for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. For frosting, melt chocolate and mix with cream cheese, icing sugar, and orange juice until smooth; drizzle over cooled rolls.

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