Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Rolls

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour (4 cups)
• Active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
• Granulated sugar (1/4 cup)
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Milk (warm) (1 cup)
• Unsalted butter (melted) (1/4 cup)
• Egg (1, large)
• Brown sugar (1/2 cup)
• Ground cinnamon (2 tablespoons)
• Chocolate chips (1 cup)
• Powdered sugar (1 cup)
• Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
• Milk (for glaze) (2-3 tablespoons)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well to incorporate the dry ingredients.
2. Add the warm milk, melted butter, and the egg to the dry mixture. Stir until a dough starts to form.
3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
6. Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
7. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Evenly sprinkle this mixture over the rolled-out dough.
8. Sprinkle the chocolate chips on top of the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring even distribution.
9. Starting from one long side, tightly roll up the dough into a log shape. Pinch the seam to seal.
10. Cut the log into 12 equal-sized rolls, using a sharp knife or dental floss for clean cuts.
11. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, ensuring they have space to rise.
12. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
13. While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk. Adjust the consistency with more milk if needed.
14. Once the rolls are done baking, drizzle the glaze over them while they are still warm.
15. Serve warm and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors!