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Chocolate and Cinnamon Rolls

Indulge in these Chocolate and Cinnamon Rolls, featuring a delightful blend of cocoa and cinnamon, perfect for a warm, cozy treat or a celebratory brunch.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 27 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 9 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed for the filling
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder for the filling
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon for the filling
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter or vegan baking stick, softened for the filling
For the dough
  • 2 cups multipurpose gluten-free flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup milk
For the icing
  • 1 3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 2.5 tablespoons water, room temperature to achieve desired icing consistency
  • 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips optional, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round or square baking dish with vegetable oil.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the light brown sugar, cocoa powder, and ground cinnamon for the filling.
  3. Incorporate pea-sized pieces of softened butter until the texture is crumbly.
  4. Sprinkle 1-2 tablespoons of the filling into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and set the rest aside.
  5. In a large bowl, combine gluten-free flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and kosher salt.
  6. Fold in more pea-sized pieces of softened butter and mix with your hands.
  7. Slowly add milk to create a soft dough, kneading gently and adding extra flour if necessary.
Rolling
  1. Roll the dough into a rectangle about 17 inches long and 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Sprinkle the remaining filling evenly over the surface and pat it down gently.
  3. Tightly roll the dough into a log, approximately 12 inches long, and cut into 9 thick slices.
  4. Place the rolls swirl side up in the baking dish, topping with the remaining filling.
Baking
  1. Allow the rolls to rise and bake for 27 minutes, until golden.
Icing
  1. While the rolls bake, mix confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder, and cream cheese in a bowl.
  2. Gradually whisk in water until the desired icing consistency is reached.
  3. Drizzle the icing over the warm rolls and sprinkle with mini chocolate chips if desired.

Notes

Best enjoyed warm, ideally with coffee or tea. Store remaining rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or in the refrigerator for longer storage.