Nutella Chocolate Chip Rolls (Printable View)

Soft cinnamon-style dough filled with Nutella and chocolate chips, topped with sweet glaze.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dough

01 - 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1/2 tsp salt
05 - 3/4 cup whole milk, warmed
06 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
07 - 2 large eggs, room temperature

→ Filling

08 - 3/4 cup Nutella
09 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
10 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

→ Topping

11 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
12 - 1 to 2 tbsp milk
13 - Optional: additional chocolate chips for garnish

# How to Make:

01 - Combine warmed milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon sugar in a large bowl. Let rest 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add melted butter, remaining sugar, eggs, and salt to yeast mixture. Stir until combined.
03 - Gradually incorporate flour, mixing on low speed until soft dough forms. Knead 6 to 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
04 - Place dough in lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
05 - Punch down dough and roll out on floured surface to 14x18 inches rectangle.
06 - Spread softened butter over dough, then evenly spread Nutella. Sprinkle with chocolate chips.
07 - Roll dough tightly from long edge into log shape. Slice into 12 even rolls.
08 - Arrange rolls in greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Cover and let rise 30 minutes.
09 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls 22 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
10 - Whisk powdered sugar with milk to make glaze. Drizzle over warm rolls and garnish with extra chocolate chips if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The combination of Nutella and chocolate chips creates pockets of gooey perfection in every bite
  • Make ahead friendly so you can wake up to something incredible without the morning effort
  • The dough is surprisingly forgiving, making these perfect for anyone intimidated by yeast baking
02 -
  • Room temperature ingredients prevent the butter from seizing and help the dough develop properly
  • Overworking the filling layer can cause Nutella to mix into the dough instead of staying as distinct swirls
  • The glaze should be applied while rolls are still warm so it melts into every crevice and crack
03 -
  • Warm your measuring cup with hot water before measuring the milk to maintain proper temperature for yeast activation
  • If the dough feels too sticky during kneading, add flour just one tablespoon at a time to avoid tough rolls
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