Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls
Indulge in the whimsical delight of Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls, a playful twist on a classic favorite. These vibrant blue rolls are filled with crushed chocolate cookies and topped with a creamy cream cheese icing that will steal the show at any gathering. Perfect for birthday parties, brunches, or just a fun snack, these cinnamon rolls are sure to bring smiles to both kids and adults alike. With an easy-to-follow recipe, even novice bakers can create these sweet treats without stress. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this colorful and delicious addition to your dessert table!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup warm milk
- 2¼ 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
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- ½ cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- 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)
- ½ cup crushed chocolate cookies
- Extra mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let sit until foamy (about 5 minutes).
- Mix in sugar, egg, egg yolk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Stir in flour and salt until a soft dough forms; knead on a floured surface until smooth.
- Add blue gel food coloring during kneading until evenly colored.
- Let the dough rise for 1 to 1½ hours or until doubled.
- Prepare the filling by mixing softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon; stir in crushed cookies.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread filling evenly, roll tightly, and cut into 12 rolls.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish; let rise for another 30–45 minutes before baking at 350°F for 20–25 minutes.
- Prepare icing by beating cream cheese and butter; gradually add powdered sugar and milk to reach desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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