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Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
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These Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are a fun and colorful twist on the classic cinnamon roll, featuring a vibrant blue dough, a rich cinnamon and chocolate cookie filling, and a creamy cream cheese icing topped with crushed cookies and mini chocolate chips. Perfect for a whimsical breakfast or dessert, they combine fluffy, soft texture with delightful chocolate cookie crunch.

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

  • ¾ cup warm milk (about 110°F)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 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 (a few drops)

For the Filling:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips

For the Cream Cheese Icing:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (adjust for consistency)

For the Topping:

  • ½ cup crushed chocolate cookies
  • Extra mini chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Stir in the sugar, egg, egg yolk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Add 2 cups of flour and salt, mixing until combined. Slowly add the remaining flour, kneading until the dough is soft and slightly sticky. Add a few drops of blue gel food coloring and knead until the color is evenly distributed. Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 to 1½ hours, or until doubled in size.
  2. Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth. Stir in the crushed chocolate cookies and mini chocolate chips.
  3. Roll and Fill the Dough: Lightly flour a surface and roll out the dough into a 14×9-inch rectangle. Spread the filling evenly over the dough. Roll the dough tightly from the long side and cut into 12 even rolls.
  4. Second Rise and Bake: Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for another 30 to 45 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown.
  5. Make the Cream Cheese Icing: Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix until creamy and adjustable for desired consistency.
  6. Assemble and Serve: Drizzle the icing over the warm cinnamon rolls. Sprinkle crushed chocolate cookies and extra mini chocolate chips on top. Serve warm for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh active dry yeast and ensure milk temperature is around 110°F for optimal yeast activation.
  • Adjust blue gel food coloring to achieve your preferred shade of blue without affecting the dough’s texture.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute butter and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives.
  • Allow rolls to cool slightly before icing for easier handling, but icing is best when rolls are still warm.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat gently in the microwave before serving to refresh softness.

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