Description
Dubai Chocolate Donut Rolls are soft, fluffy, and rich pastry rolls filled with a smooth dark chocolate cream and topped with a sweet, glossy glaze. Inspired by Middle Eastern flavors, these decadent rolls feature a tender dough, a luscious chocolate filling, and a delightful crunch from pistachios or almonds. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm whole milk
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
Chocolate Filling
- 1 cup dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish
- Crushed pistachios or almonds
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Add the warm whole milk, melted unsalted butter, and the egg. Stir everything together to form a cohesive dough.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead it for 6 to 8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and allow it to rise in a warm place for approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Chocolate Filling: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream and butter just until steaming (do not boil). Pour this hot mixture over the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Set aside to chill slightly.
- Shape the Rolls: Once the dough has doubled, roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle. Spread the chocolate filling evenly over the dough. Carefully roll the dough tightly into a log shape. Slice the log into 10 to 12 evenly sized pieces. Place the slices cut-side up in a baking dish or on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Allow the rolls to rise again for 30 minutes to puff up.
- Bake the Rolls: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20 to 25 minutes until they are golden brown on top and fully cooked through.
- Prepare and Apply the Glaze: While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Once the rolls are slightly cooled but still warm, drizzle the glaze generously over them, and garnish with crushed pistachios or almonds for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Make sure the milk is warm but not hot when mixing with yeast to avoid killing the yeast.
- Kneading sufficiently is key to achieving soft and fluffy rolls.
- You can substitute dark chocolate with bittersweet or semisweet based on your preference.
- Keep an eye on the rolls while baking to prevent over-browning.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.
