Description
Indulge in the rich, velvety texture of these Chocolate Cheesecake Rolls, where the creamy cheesecake filling is enveloped in a soft, chocolatey dough. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and a hint of cocoa, making it a perfect treat for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
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- For the Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the softened butter, egg, and milk to the dry ingredients, and mix until a dough forms.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- In a separate bowl, combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and sour cream until smooth.
- Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the rolled-out dough.
- Carefully roll the dough into a log, starting from one long side.
- Slice the log into 1-inch pieces and place them on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the rolls are set and slightly firm to the touch.
- While the rolls are baking, melt the chocolate chips and butter together in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the warm rolls before serving.
Notes
- These rolls can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, wrap the rolls tightly in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
- For a lighter version, substitute cream cheese with Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 grams
- Sodium: 200 milligrams
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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