Chocolate Chip Ultimate Cinnamon Rolls

Recipe Ingredients

Here’s a list of the ingredients you’ll need for this Chocolate Chip Ultimate Cinnamon Rolls recipe.

Pillsbury™ Grands!™ Cinnamon Rolls: These handy refrigerated Pillsbury™ Grands!™ Cinnamon Rolls are the shortcut that makes these extra easy.

Mini Chocolate Chips: Mini chips work best for rolling—they’re less bulky, stay inside the rolls, and provide gooey bursts of chocolate throughout.

Heavy Whipping Cream: As the rolls bake, the cream soaks in and creates an extra soft, rich texture that tastes just like a bakery treat.

Other Ingredients You’ll Need: Salted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, cream cheese, and powdered sugar.

How to Make Chocolate Chip Ultimate Cinnamon Rolls

Here’s how to make Chocolate Chip Ultimate Cinnamon Rolls—see the full recipe below for all the details.

1. Prep the Dough

Unroll each cinnamon roll into a long strip on a cutting board to keep the mess contained. Place the rolls in a greased pan with space between—they’ll puff as they bake.

2. Add the Cream and Topping

Pour heavy cream over the rolls to keep them moist and fluffy. Spoon the brown sugar mixture over the tops—it’ll bake into a gooey, sugary syrup.

3. Bake the Rolls

Covering the rolls with foil at first traps the steam, helping them bake up soft and fluffy. Uncovering them lets the edges turn golden while the centers stay puffed and tender.

4. Frost and Enjoy

Let the rolls cool slightly before icing. If they’re too hot, the icing will melt right off.

How to Store and Reheat Chocolate Chip Ultimate Cinnamon Rolls

Here are the best methods we’ve tested for storing and reheating these Chocolate Chip Ultimate Cinnamon Rolls.

Refrigerator

Store any leftover cinnamon rolls in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating

• Microwave: Place 1 roll on a microwavable plate. Microwave uncovered on medium-high (70%) for 30 to 45 seconds, or until warmed through.
• Oven: Place the cinnamon rolls on a parchment-lined cookie sheet, and reheat in a 300°F oven for 5 to 10 minutes.

We don’t recommend freezing baked or unbaked ultimate cinnamon rolls. Once thawed, the cinnamon roll dough can lose its flaky texture and turn soggy or chewy.

More Ultimate Cinnamon Roll Recipes

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Be sure to check out plenty more cinnamon roll recipes, from easy casseroles to bite-sized treats—perfect for starting your day or serving at brunch.