Crispy Chocolate Rolls with Creamy Vanilla Filling – Better Than Takeout
Crispy Chocolate Rolls with Creamy Vanilla Filling are the best homemade dessert, with a crispy exterior and a soft, gooey chocolate interior. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting them perfectly crispy every time. The warm, melty chocolate and creamy vanilla filling will make your family beg for more. Try them with my Easy Persian Noodle Soup for a comforting meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Persian Noodle Soup with Lentils and Fresh Herbs and Creamy Moroccan Harissa Lentil Soup Recipe for Dinner.
Why This Crispy Chocolate Rolls with Creamy Vanilla Filling – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Golden, crispy exterior
- Soft, gooey chocolate interior
- Creamy vanilla filling
- Better than takeout
What You'll Need for Crispy Chocolate Rolls with Creamy Vanilla Filling – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Pillsbury refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough
- Vanilla ice cream
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
- Chocolate chips
- Vanilla extract
- Optional: Whipped cream
- Optional: Chocolate syrup
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Pillsbury refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough: Use the regular size, not the mini one.
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How to Make Crispy Chocolate Rolls with Creamy Vanilla Filling – Better Than Takeout
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Unroll the cookie dough and press it into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick. Spread the vanilla ice cream evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
- Step 3: Starting from the long side, roll the dough tightly around the ice cream, forming a log. Use the parchment paper to help you roll.
- Step 4: Cut the log into 1-inch slices and place them on the prepared baking sheet, cut side down.
- Step 5: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the tops are set.
- Step 6: Let the rolls cool for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 7: Mix powdered sugar and milk to make a glaze, and drizzle it over the rolls. Serve with whipped cream and chocolate syrup, if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Chocolate Rolls with Creamy Vanilla Filling – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Don't let the rolls sit out too long before baking, or the ice cream will start to melt and make the dough soggy. If this happens, freeze the rolls for 15-20 minutes before baking.
- Pro tip: For an extra chocolatey kick, sprinkle some chocolate chips on top of the ice cream before rolling.
- Pro tip: To make these ahead, prepare the rolls but don't bake them. Freeze them on the baking sheet, then transfer to an airtight container. When ready to bake, preheat the oven and add 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Chocolate Rolls with Creamy Vanilla Filling – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the rolls ahead of time, but don't bake them. Freeze them on the baking sheet, then transfer to an airtight container. When ready to bake, preheat the oven and add 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
Freezing Crispy Chocolate Rolls with Creamy Vanilla Filling – Better Than Takeout
Freeze unbaked rolls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat leftover rolls in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat leftover rolls in the microwave for 15-20 seconds, but be careful not to melt the ice cream.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try using different flavors of ice cream or adding mix-ins like nuts or sprinkles.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the Pillsbury dough with homemade chocolate cookie dough, but the convenience of the store-bought dough makes this recipe a breeze.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If the rolls are browning too quickly, tent the baking sheet with aluminum foil. If the ice cream is melting too quickly, freeze the rolls for 15-20 minutes before baking.
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Crispy Chocolate Rolls with Creamy Vanilla Filling – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Pillsbury refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough
- Vanilla ice cream
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
Seasonings
- Chocolate chips
- Vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate syrup
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Unroll the cookie dough and press it into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick. Spread the vanilla ice cream evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
- Step 3: Starting from the long side, roll the dough tightly around the ice cream, forming a log. Use the parchment paper to help you roll.
- Step 4: Cut the log into 1-inch slices and place them on the prepared baking sheet, cut side down.
- Step 5: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the tops are set.
- Step 6: Let the rolls cool for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 7: Mix powdered sugar and milk to make a glaze, and drizzle it over the rolls. Serve with whipped cream and chocolate syrup, if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try using different flavors of ice cream or adding mix-ins like nuts or sprinkles.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the Pillsbury dough with homemade chocolate cookie dough, but the convenience of the store-bought dough makes this recipe a breeze.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If the rolls are browning too quickly, tent the baking sheet with aluminum foil. If the ice cream is melting too quickly, freeze the rolls for 15-20 minutes before baking.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze unbaked rolls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
- Oven reheat: Reheat leftover rolls in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat leftover rolls in the microwave for 15-20 seconds, but be careful not to melt the ice cream.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the rolls ahead of time, but don't bake them. Freeze them on the baking sheet, then transfer to an airtight container. When ready to bake, preheat the oven and add 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Chocolate Rolls with Creamy Vanilla Filling – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the rolls ahead of time, but don't bake them. Freeze them on the baking sheet, then transfer to an airtight container. When ready to bake, preheat the oven and add 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
If the rolls are soggy, it's likely because the ice cream melted before baking. To prevent this, freeze the rolls for 15-20 minutes before baking.
Yes, you can use any flavor of ice cream you like. For a fun twist, try using different flavors or adding mix-ins like nuts or sprinkles.
Yes, you can freeze unbaked rolls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
The best way to reheat leftover rolls is in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes. Be careful not to melt the ice cream.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Chocolate Rolls with Creamy Vanilla Filling – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
