Description
A festive twist on a classic favorite that combines the flavors of peppermint and chocolate in a delicious cinnamon roll.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for icing)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
- In a saucepan, heat milk and butter until warm, then add to the dry ingredients.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle and sprinkle with crushed peppermint and chocolate chips.
- Roll the dough tightly and cut into rolls.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix powdered sugar and milk to create icing and drizzle over warm rolls.
Notes
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, add a few drops of peppermint extract to the dough.
- These rolls can be made ahead and frozen before baking.
- Serve warm for the best taste experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg