Experience the joy of Christmas morning or any special day with these Vegan Coconut and Chocolate Sweet Rolls, a delightful twist on traditional cinnamon rolls. These sweet rolls are loaded with the tropical flavor of coconut and the richness of melty chocolate, creating a perfect blend of flavors. The rolls are made with a soft, tender dough, enriched with vegan butter and vanilla protein, and filled with a mixture of coconut oil, dark chocolate chunks, brown sugar, and desiccated coconut. After baking to golden perfection, they’re finished with a simple yet irresistible sticky glaze. These sweet rolls are not only a treat to the taste buds but also a joy to wake up to, making them an ideal choice for holiday mornings or indulgent brunches.
Ingredients:
- Dough:
- 1 cup dairy-free milk, warm
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 ¼ tsp dry yeast
- 2 cups plain flour
- 3 tbsp vegan butter, melted
- 1 cup vegan vanilla protein powder
- Filling:
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chunks
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
- Frosting:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp dairy-free milk, as needed
Method:
- Mix dairy-free milk with half the brown sugar, add yeast, stir briefly, and let sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, mix dry ingredients. Stir in yeast mixture and melted vegan butter.
- Knead dough in a stand mixer or by hand for 8-10 minutes until it’s no longer sticky.
- Cover with a damp tea towel and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread coconut oil, and top with sugar, coconut, and chocolate.
- Roll the dough lengthwise into a log and cut into thick rolls.
- Place rolls in a baking dish, cover with a damp cloth, and let them rise for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Bake rolls for 20-22 minutes or until golden brown.
- Mix frosting ingredients and ice the rolls while they’re still warm.
Enjoy these Vegan Coconut and Chocolate Sweet Rolls, a perfect holiday treat or a delightful addition to a brunch spread!
