Chocolate Coffee Cinnamon Rolls with Frosting Recipe

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Take your cinnamon rolls to the next level with these Chocolate Coffee Cinnamon Rolls with Frosting! Infused with coffee, cinnamon, and brown sugar, and topped with a creamy coffee frosting, these indulgent rolls are fluffy, flavorful, and unforgettable.

Ingredients

Dough:

• 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tsp instant yeast
• 3/4 tsp fine sea salt
• 1/2 cup whole milk (warmed)
• 3/4 cup water (warm)
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 large egg

Filling:

• 2/3 cup dark brown sugar
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder (optional, for a chocolatey twist)
• 3 tsp instant coffee granules
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)

Coffee Frosting:

• 2 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 6 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp instant coffee granules (dissolved in 1 tsp heavy cream)
• 3 tbsp heavy cream (adjust for consistency)

Instructions

Prepare the Dough:

1. Activate the yeast:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, water, and 1 tsp of sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top, stir gently, and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Mix the dough:
   • Add the flour, granulated sugar, sea salt, melted butter, and egg to the yeast mixture. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
3. Knead:
   • Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic, or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5–7 minutes.
4. Rise:
   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

Prepare the Filling:

5. Make the filling:
   • In a small bowl, mix together the dark brown sugar, cinnamon, cocoa powder (if using), and instant coffee granules.
6. Roll out the dough:
   • Roll the risen dough into a large rectangle, about 16×12 inches. Spread the softened butter over the surface and sprinkle the filling evenly on top.
7. Roll and cut:
   • Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Slice into 12 even rolls and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

Bake the Rolls:

8. Second rise:
   • Cover the rolls and let them rise for 30–40 minutes until puffy.
9. Bake:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Make the Frosting:

10. Prepare the coffee frosting:
    • In a bowl, beat the cream cheese and softened butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and dissolved coffee granules. Mix in the heavy cream, 1 tbsp at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

Assemble and Serve:

11. Frost the rolls:
    • Spread the coffee frosting over the warm rolls. Serve immediately and enjoy the indulgent flavors!