Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Warm the milk to about 110°F and dissolve the active dry yeast in it; let it bloom for 10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt, then cut in the cold butter until resembling pea-sized crumbs.
- Stir in the yeast mixture, beaten eggs, and red gel food dye, kneading for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Preheat your oven to 200°F, then turn it off. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Prepare the filling by beating together softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until thick and spreadable.
- Once the dough has risen, turn it onto a floured surface and roll into a large rectangle. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly, then roll from the short edge into a log.
- Slice the log into 12 equal pieces using unflavored dental floss.
- Arrange the sliced rolls in a greased baking pan, cover, and allow to rise for an additional 20 minutes while preheating the oven to 375°F.
- Pour heavy cream around the rolls and bake for 25-27 minutes until golden brown and a thermometer reads 160°F.
- As the rolls bake, make the cream cheese icing by beating together softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
- Spread the icing over the rolls while they are warm for a delicious topping.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure warm milk is around 110°F to activate yeast properly. Use dental floss for even slicing.
