Chocolate Ganache Cinnamon Rolls

Recipe By: Queen G's Recipes

Serves: 10 - 12

​Prep time: 2 hours

Bake time: 11 to 12 minutes

For the Dough:

• 1 package active dry yeast (or 2-1/4 teaspoons)

• 1 cup milk (115°F - 120°F)

• 2 tablespoons water (115°F - 120°F)

• 1/3 cup butter, melted

• 4 tablespoons granulated sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1 large egg

• 4 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)

  
  

For the Filling:

• 1/3 cup butter (room temperature or melted)

• 3/4 cup brown sugar

• 1/3 cup granulated sugar

• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

  
  

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 1 cup heavy cream

  
  

Instructions:

1. Bloom the yeast: In a bowl, combine warm milk, warm water, and yeast, then let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

   
   

2. In a stand mixer, add eggs, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

   
   

3. Add the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.

   
   

4. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 1 minute.

   
   

5. Place the dough into a greased bowl, roll it around so it's evenly coated, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1-1/2 hours or until doubled in size.

   
   

6. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and granulated sugar.

7. Lightly flour your surface, punch down the dough, and flatten it into a large rectangle.

   
   

8. Brush the dough evenly with melted butter, then sprinkle with the sugar mixture.

   
   

9. Roll the dough tightly into a log (longwise)—refer to the video for visual detail.

   
   

10. Using a non-serrated knife or floss method, slice into 12 even rolls.

    
    

11. Place the rolls into a greased 9x13-inch pan, cover with plastic wrap or a cloth, and let rise for 30 minutes or until doubled in size.

    
    

12. Preheat oven to 350°F.

    
    

13. Brush the rolls with remaining melted butter and bake for 20-23 minutes. Then, allow them to cool for 20 minutes.

The Ganache:

1. Prepare the ganache: Heat heavy cream until it reaches a simmer (about 3 minutes).

   
   

2. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let sit for 4 minutes (do not stir immediately!).

   
   

3. Stir until the ganache is smooth and creamy.

   
   

4. Glaze the cinnamon rolls—either individually or all together in the pan.

   
   

   Serve and enjoy!