Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls
Brighten your day with these delightful Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls! These soft, gooey treats are not only visually stunning with their vibrant blue dough but also packed with a delicious blend of cinnamon, crushed chocolate cookies, and chocolate chips. Perfect for any occasion, from weekend brunches to cozy family gatherings, these rolls are simple to make and will surely delight both kids and adults alike. With a luscious cream cheese icing drizzled on top, each bite is an irresistible combination of sweet and savory flavors that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup warm milk
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Blue gel food coloring
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- ½ cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened (for icing)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (adjust for consistency)
- ½ cup crushed chocolate cookies (for topping)
- Extra mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Add sugar, egg, yolk, melted butter, and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually add flour and salt while kneading until the dough is soft and slightly sticky. Incorporate blue food coloring.
- Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for about 1 to 1½ hours or until doubled in size.
- Prepare filling by mixing softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, crushed cookies, and chocolate chips.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle and evenly spread filling. Roll tightly and slice into equal pieces.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish; let rise again for 30 to 45 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
- For icing, beat together cream cheese and butter; gradually add powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg