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Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls with Hazelnut Icing

Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls with Hazelnut Icing
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Indulge in the irresistible warmth of Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls with Hazelnut Icing, a delightful treat that transforms any kitchen into a haven of mouthwatering aromas. This recipe beautifully marries rich chocolate and fragrant cinnamon, creating sweet rolls that are as comforting as they are delicious. Perfect for holiday brunches or cozy family gatherings, these rolls are incredibly easy to make and will surely impress everyone at your table. With a creamy hazelnut icing topping off each fluffy roll, this dessert is an absolute must-try for both novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike.

Ingredients

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  • 4 – 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 packets RapidRise yeast
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 6 tablespoons butter (softened)
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tablespoons softened butter (for filling)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ⅓ cup sugar (for filling)
  • ½ cup butter (softened, for icing)
  • 1 cup hazelnut spread (such as Nutella)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (for icing)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • Milk (as needed for icing)

Instructions

  1. Grease a 9×13 inch pan with butter.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, cocoa powder, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine warm water and melted butter; add to dry ingredients with an egg and mix until combined. Gradually add remaining flour until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 4-6 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 10 minutes.
  6. Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread softened butter over it. Mix cinnamon and sugar; sprinkle over the buttered surface.
  7. Roll tightly from one long side, cut into 12 sections, and arrange cut-side down in the prepared pan.
  8. Cover and let rise for about an hour until doubled in size.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the rolls for 25-35 minutes until fully cooked.
  10. Cool on a wire rack before preparing the icing by mixing softened butter with powdered sugar and hazelnut spread until smooth; adjust with milk if needed.
  11. Spread icing over rolls before serving.

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