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Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon

Special equipment needed:
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Rolling pin

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract.

4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

5. Fold in the chocolate chips.

6. In another bowl, mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.

7. Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle shape.

8. Spread the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough.

9. Roll the dough tightly into a log shape.

10. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces.

11. Place the pieces into the baking dish.

12. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

13. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
12 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 290
Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Protein: 4g
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 250mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat flour can be used instead of all-purpose flour.
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips can be used instead of milk chocolate chips.
- Margarine can be used instead of unsalted butter.

Variations:
- Add chopped nuts to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Use white chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate chips.
- Add a cream cheese frosting on top of the cake.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to roll the dough tightly to prevent the filling from spilling out.
- Use a serrated knife to cut the dough into equal pieces.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Storage instructions:
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Microwave the cake for 10-15 seconds or until warm.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the cake on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar.

Garnishes:
Sprinkle chopped nuts or chocolate shavings on top of the cake.

Pairings:
Serve with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.

Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit or a side salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
If the cake is not cooked through, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to wash your hands and surfaces before and after handling raw dough.

Food history:
Cinnamon rolls originated in Sweden in the 1920s and have since become a popular breakfast pastry in many countries.

Flavor profiles:
Sweet, cinnamon, chocolate.

Serving suggestions:
Serve warm as a breakfast pastry or dessert.

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Taste: Sweet, Cinnamon, Chocolatey, Buttery, Cinnamon-Spiced, rich, buttery, cinnamon-spiced, chocolatey