Easy Chocolate Croissant Cinnamon Rolls
Indulge in the delightful experience of Easy Chocolate Croissant Cinnamon Rolls, a perfect fusion of flaky pastry, sweet cinnamon, and rich chocolate. These rolls are a breeze to prepare thanks to store-bought puff pastry and promise an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re serving them at brunch, enjoying them as a dessert, or treating yourself to a cozy snack, their warm aroma and decadent flavor will surely impress. Customize them with your choice of nuts or different chocolate varieties for an added twist. With easy preparation steps and delightful presentation, these rolls are bound to become a favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 rolls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed but cold)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 0.33 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.33–0.5 cup chocolate chips
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash) – optional
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar (for optional glaze)
- 1–2 tbsp milk (for optional glaze)
- 0.25 tsp vanilla extract (for optional glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until slightly larger.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread the mixture evenly over the rolled-out pastry.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over the filling.
- Tightly roll the pastry into a log shape from one end.
- Slice the log into 8 equal pieces and place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush tops with beaten egg for color (optional).
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
- Optionally, mix powdered sugar with milk and vanilla extract to glaze warm rolls before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg