I’ve never been a fan of cinnamon rolls, but this recipe is making me eat my words (literally). Want something with less cinnamon and more chocolate? Try this chocolate pistachio gelato recipe. Image and recipe via Joy the Baker.
Ingredients:
Rolls:
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 (0.25 ounces) active dry yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
about 4 1/2 cups of flour, divided
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
scant 2 teaspoons salt
Filling:
1/2 cup (1 stick, 4 ounces) unsalted butter, melted
1/2 to 3/4 cup granulated sugar
ground cinnamon, to taste
zest of 1 orange
1/2 to 3/4 cup shelled and coarsely chopped salted pistachios
4 ounces dark chocolate, finely chopped
Glaze:
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For instructions, click here.
