Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Dough Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a sticky dough forms, then knead for 6-8 minutes.
First Rise
- Transfer dough into a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- Mix brown sugar, cocoa powder, and ground cinnamon in a small bowl to prepare filling.
Roll Out Dough
- Once risen, punch down dough and roll out into a rectangle measuring approximately 16x10 inches.
Add Filling
- Spread softened butter on rolled dough, then sprinkle with the brown sugar mixture, chocolate chips, and crushed peppermint candies.
Form Rolls
- Roll the dough tightly from the long edge, slice into 12 pieces, and arrange in a greased baking dish.
Second Rise
- Cover the rolls and let them rise for an additional 30-40 minutes until fluffy.
Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake
- Bake rolls for 22-25 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
Make Glaze
- Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then mix in powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and a splash of milk.
Glaze Rolls
- Once cooled slightly, spread glaze over each roll and sprinkle additional crushed peppermint candies.
Nutrition
Notes
Allow the dough to rise properly for better texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for optimal freshness.
