Decadent Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls with Luscious Chocolate Ganache

Treat yourself to the ultimate indulgence with our decadent Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls, a twist on the traditional cinnamon roll with a rich chocolate dough. These rolls are filled with a sweet blend of cinnamon and sugar and topped with a creamy chocolate ganache, combining warm spices and velvety chocolate in every bite.

Why you will love this recipe: Chocolate lovers will delight in these cinnamon rolls, where cocoa is infused into the dough for an even more chocolaty experience. The gooey center and glossy chocolate ganache filling make each roll a perfect blend of textures and flavors. These buns are a dream come true for those who love rich, comforting, and satisfying treats.

Perfect occasion: These chocolate cinnamon rolls are perfect for special breakfasts, brunches or as a decadent dessert. Serve them at family gatherings, holiday mornings, or whenever you want to make any ordinary day a celebration.

Decorating Tips: After drizzling with chocolate ganache, sprinkle the top with a little sea salt or crushed nuts for a contrast in flavor and texture. A dusting of powdered sugar or cocoa powder can also add a nice touch.

• Ingredients:
  • For the sponge:
    • 300 ml lukewarm milk (3.2% fat)
    • 5 g of dry yeast
    • 20 g of sugar
    • 150 g of sifted flour
  • For the dough:
    • Sponge cake mix
    • 450 g sifted flour
    • 4 g of salt
    • 2 eggs
    • 60 g of sugar
    • 100 g softened butter
    • 50 g cocoa powder
  • For the filling:
    • 100 g softened butter
    • 120 g of sugar
    • 30 g of vanilla sugar
    • 25 g ground cinnamon

  • For the chocolate ganache:
    • 90 g of chocolate
    • 30 g heavy cream (33% fat)

• Instructions:
  1. Sponge:
     • Mix the warm milk, yeast, sugar and flour in a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside in a warm place for 40 minutes.

  2. Dough:
     • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, salt and sponge cake. Gradually add the softened butter and sifted dry ingredients, kneading until you obtain a smooth dough (5 to 10 minutes). Let the dough rise under plastic wrap in a warm place for 1 hour.
  3. Filling:
     • Mix the sugar, vanilla sugar and cinnamon.
     • Roll out the dough to 1 cm thickness, or approximately 60×45 cm. Trim the edges, spread with softened butter and sprinkle the sugar and cinnamon mixture evenly on top. Roll out the dough and cut it into rolls 3 to 4 cm thick using the wire.
     • Arrange the rolls on a baking tray and bake at 180°C for 20-25 minutes.

  4. Chocolate ganache:
     • Heat the cream in the microwave and pour it over the chocolate. Stir until smooth.
     • Pour the ganache over the hot buns.

Enjoy your delicious, decadent chocolate cinnamon rolls with a luscious chocolate ganache!