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Chocolate Peanut Butter Sweet Rolls

Chocolate Peanut Butter Sweet Rolls
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Sweet Rolls are soft, fluffy rolls filled with a luscious combination of creamy peanut butter and melty chocolate chips. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these indulgent yet comforting rolls balance rich flavor and tender texture, delighting both novice and experienced bakers.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup milk, warm (lukewarm)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Filling Ingredients

  • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup chocolate chips or chunks (semi-sweet preferred)
  • ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

Glaze / Frosting (Optional)

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tbsp milk
  • Optional: peanut butter-chocolate frosting for spreading

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Warm the milk and melt the butter together until just warm to the touch. In a large bowl, sprinkle the yeast over the warm milk with a pinch of sugar and let it bloom until foamy, about 5-10 minutes. In another bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and the yeast mixture, then knead the dough until soft and elastic, about 8-10 minutes by hand or 5 minutes with a mixer. Cover the bowl with a towel or plastic wrap and allow the dough to rise in a warm place until doubled in size, roughly 1 hour.
  2. Create the Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the creamy peanut butter with brown sugar and cinnamon if using. Stir in the chocolate chips or chunks until evenly combined, forming a luscious filling mixture.
  3. Roll Out the Dough: After the dough has risen, gently punch it down to release air. On a floured surface, roll the dough into a large rectangle approximately 16×12 inches. Spread the peanut butter and chocolate filling evenly over the dough, covering it edge to edge for consistent flavor in every bite.
  4. Form the Rolls: Starting from one of the long edges, carefully roll the dough tightly into a log. Use a sharp knife to slice the roll into 12 equal portions. Place the rolls into a greased baking pan spaced evenly to allow room for the second rise. Cover and let rise for about 30 minutes until puffy and nearly doubled.
  5. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  6. Optional Glaze or Frosting: While the rolls are still warm, drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar mixed with milk or spread a peanut butter-chocolate frosting for added indulgence. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Warm liquids carefully to avoid killing the yeast – keep milk and butter lukewarm.
  • Don’t skip the second rise; it is essential for light, fluffy rolls.
  • Roll the dough tightly but gently to achieve beautiful swirls without squeezing out the filling.
  • Use good-quality creamy natural peanut butter for the best flavor and ease of spreading.
  • Watch the baking time closely to keep rolls soft but fully cooked.

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