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Brownie Rolls

Indulge in Decadent Brownie Rolls with Creamy Icing

These Brownie Rolls combine gooey brownie and fluffy cinnamon rolls, topped with creamy icing for an irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 29 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 9 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Milk Can use almond milk for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 teaspoons Active dry yeast Ensure yeast is fresh.
  • 2 large Eggs Use flax eggs for vegan.
  • 4 cups All-purpose flour Consider gluten-free if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar Adjust for sweetness preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Can substitute with coconut oil.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Coconut sugar can be a lower glycemic alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder Use high-quality cocoa.
  • 1 cup Store-bought fudgy brownies Opt for the fudgiest brownies.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
For the Icing
  • 4 ounces Cream cheese Can use vegan cream cheese.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar Sift before adding.
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Almond extract can be used for variation.
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Brownie pieces For topping.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking pan
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Whisk
  • wooden spoon
  • plastic wrap
  • kitchen towel

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Warm the milk to 110°F, sprinkle yeast and let it bubble for 10 minutes.
  2. Whisk flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl, cut in butter, then mix in yeast mixture and eggs until dough forms.
Knead the Dough
  1. Knead dough for 5 minutes on a floured surface, then let rise covered for 1 hour until doubled.
Prepare the Filling
  1. Chop brownies and set aside. Beat butter, brown sugar, and cocoa until fluffy.
Assemble the Rolls
  1. Roll dough into a rectangle, spread filling, sprinkle brownie pieces, and roll into a log, slicing into 12 rolls.
Second Rise
  1. Cover and let rolls rise for 20 minutes, preheat oven to 375°F.
Bake the Rolls
  1. Pour cream over rolls and bake for 25-29 minutes until golden.
Prepare the Icing
  1. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, mix in powdered sugar and cocoa for the icing.
Finish the Rolls
  1. Spread icing over rolls and sprinkle with brownie pieces before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat for best texture before serving.

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