German Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15
Indulge in the Sinful Sweetness of German Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls
in Bakery

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 envelope Fleischmann 's active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water
3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
3 - 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg yolk
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine , softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup white sugar
3 egg yolks , beaten
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans , lightly toasted
1 cup flaked coconut , lightly toasted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
563
Sugar
47g
Fat
32g
German Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls are a perfect choice for those who want to treat themselves to a sinful delight. These sweet rolls are loaded with flavors of chocolate, cinnamon, pecans, and coconut flakes. Made entirely from scratch, the essence of these rolls lies in the freshness of their ingredients. A perfect indulgent breakfast treat or for days with a bit of extra time. These cinnamon rolls are a treat to behold that will be a favorite of all of your friends and family.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it stand until frothy.
2.Heat the milk and butter in a saucepan and add it to the yeast mixture along with 3 cups of flour, sugar, cocoa powder, salt, egg yolk and vanilla extract.
3.Stir well to make a dough then knead it on a floured surface and leave to rise for an hour.
4.Preheat the oven to 375°F and spread the softened butter over the dough.
5.Sprinkle on the cinnamon and brown sugar before rolling the dough into a log.
6.Cut the dough into pieces and place in a greased pan before letting rise for 40 minutes.
7.In a saucepan, heat up the evaporated milk, white sugar, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla extract and whisk until a smooth custard forms.
8.Pour the custard into the pan with the dough and sprinkle on the pecans and coconut flakes.
9.Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

PROS

The flavors of these cinnamon rolls are undeniably delicious, with the nutty chocolate and cinnamon marrying perfectly on a bed of soft dough.

Perfect to be enjoyed at breakfast or for a special treat.

CONS

These cinnamon rolls are loaded with sugar and butter, therefore they should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The preparation time of these rolls is fairly long, so they are not a quick recipe option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While German Chocolate Cinnamon rolls are not considered to be a healthy food option, they can be enjoyed in moderation.
They provide a generous serving of carbohydrates, important for energy, though they are also high in sugar and butter.
Pecans and coconut flakes used in the recipe are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

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