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Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
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Delight in these whimsical Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls, featuring a soft, blue-tinted dough filled with a luscious cinnamon sugar blend, crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, and mini chocolate chips. Topped with creamy cream cheese icing and extra cookie crumbles, these rolls offer a fun and indulgent twist on a classic treat.

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, as needed for vibrant color

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 desired consistency)

For the Topping:

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

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, warm the milk to about 110°F. Sprinkle the active dry yeast and a pinch of sugar over the milk and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and blue gel food coloring until evenly mixed and vibrant in color. Add the yeast mixture and stir well.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, and mini chocolate chips until well combined.
  6. Roll Out the Dough: Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12×16 inch rectangle.
  7. Add Filling: Spread the prepared cinnamon cookie filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  8. Form the Rolls: Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Slice the log into 12 equal rolls using a sharp knife or dental floss.
  9. Second Rise: Place the rolls in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  10. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  11. Prepare the Cream Cheese Icing: While baking, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until creamy, gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then mix in milk a tablespoon at a time until smooth and spreadable.
  12. Finish and Serve: Once the rolls have cooled slightly, generously spread the cream cheese icing over them. Sprinkle crushed chocolate cookies and additional mini chocolate chips on top for extra texture and flavor. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure milk is not too hot when activating yeast, as it can kill the yeast.
  • The blue gel food coloring can be adjusted to get the preferred Cookie Monster blue shade.
  • For best texture, use fresh yeast and proper kneading techniques.
  • These rolls can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
  • Reheat rolls in the microwave for 15-20 seconds before serving for a fresh-baked feel.

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