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vegan chocolate cinnamon rolls

Berry chocolate cinnamon rolls (vegan)

These vegan cinnamon rolls are made with a fun twist: vibrant, berry-colored dough with a rich chocolate filling.
Prep Time 2 hrs
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 2 hrs 30 mins
Course Bread, Snacks / Desserts
Servings 12 rolls

Ingredients
  

Dough

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour | 360g
  • 2 tsp instant or quick-rise yeast | 6g
  • 1 tsp red beet powder | 12g; optional, for color (I used Suncore Foods)
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt | 2g
  • 2 tbsp sugar | 24g; such as pure cane sugar
  • 1/4 cup berry puree | 50g
  • 1/2 cup plant-based milk | 120g; lukewarm
  • 3 tbsp vegan butter | 45g; softened / room temperature

Filling option: cinnamon sugar

  • 1 tbsp cinnamon | 9g
  • 4 tbsp sugar | 48g; such as pure cane sugar
  • 2 tbsp vegan butter | 30g; softened / room temperature

Filling option: chocolate

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix together all the dough ingredients and knead until smooth; about 15 minutes by hand. Add more flour as needed to prevent sticking.
  • Form the dough into a ball and let rise in the bowl for 1 hour, covered, or until doubled in volume.
  • When the dough is almost done risng, make the filling (choose one or both): -combine the cinnamon + sugar + vegan butter -melt the chocolate chips
  • Once the dough has risen, transfer it to a lightly floured surface and roll it into a 12 x 15 inch rectangle. Spread on the filling mixture(s).
  • Roll the dough lengthwise into a tight log, then cut into 12 equal pieces. Place into a greased baking pan and let rest for 30 minutes, or until risen 1.5x in volume.
  • Bake the rolls in a preheated oven at 350F / 180C for 30 minutes, or until slightly browned. Let cool before enjoying.
Keyword Berries, Cinnamon rolls, Comfort food, Dessert, Sweet breads, Yeast breads