Irresistible Peppermint Bark Cinnamon Rolls in 12 Steps
The ultimate holiday brunch treat you’ll bake again and again! These Peppermint Bark Cinnamon Rolls combine warm cinnamon rolls with peppermint bark flavors for a festive Christmas morning delight.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet instant yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup crushed peppermint candies
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk or cream
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract (optional)
- Extra crushed candy canes
- Extra mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt in a large bowl. Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Mix into a soft dough, then knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth. Let it rise until doubled.
- Roll out the dough into a large rectangle. Spread with softened butter, sprinkle evenly with brown sugar, cinnamon, chocolate chips, and crushed peppermint.
- Roll dough up tightly into a log and slice into 12 even rolls.
- Arrange rolls in a greased 9×13 dish. Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes. Bake at 350°F for 22–25 minutes until golden.
- Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and peppermint extract. Drizzle over warm rolls, then top with crushed candy canes and more chocolate chips.
Notes
- Let the dough rise in a warm spot for best results.
- Use fresh yeast for optimal rising.
- Adjust peppermint extract to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg