Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Rolls

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

3 ½ cups all-purpose flour

¼ cup granulated sugar

2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast

1 tsp salt

1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)

¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

1 large egg

For the Filling:

3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

½ cup brown sugar

1 tbsp ground cinnamon

½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

For the Cream Cheese Glaze:

4 oz (½ cup) cream cheese, softened

2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

2–3 tbsp milk (to thin the glaze)

Optional Topping:

Additional chocolate chips for garnish

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, melted butter, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Add egg, salt, and gradually mix in flour. Knead until dough is smooth and elastic (about 8 minutes by hand or 5 minutes with a stand mixer).

Cover the bowl and let the dough rise for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.

2. Make the Filling:

Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.

3. Assemble the Rolls:

Roll the dough into a large rectangle (about 12×18 inches).

Spread softened butter evenly over the surface. Sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture and chocolate chips.

Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 9–12 equal rolls.

4. Second Rise:

Place the rolls in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes until puffy.

5. Bake:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.

6. Prepare the Glaze:

In a bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.

7. Glaze and Serve:

Spread the glaze over warm rolls. Garnish with additional chocolate chips if desired.

Serve warm with coffee or tea. Enjoy!