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Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls

Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls: A Colorful Sweet Delight

Indulge in these Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls, a fun and colorful treat combining cinnamon, Oreos, and chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup warm milk 110°F for yeast activation
  • 2.25 teaspoon active dry yeast one standard packet
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 medium egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3-4 cups all-purpose flour use enough for soft, slightly sticky dough
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2 drops blue gel food coloring for iconic blue hue
Filling
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies like Oreos
  • 0.5 cup mini chocolate chips
Cream Cheese Icing
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk to adjust consistency
Topping
  • 1 cup crushed chocolate cookies
  • 0.5 cup extra mini chocolate chips optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Dish
  • Microwave

Method
 

Making the Rolls
  1. Combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar in a bowl; let sit until foamy (5-10 min). Whisk in egg, yolk, melted butter, and vanilla. Gradually mix in flour and salt until a soft dough forms. Knead for 7-10 minutes until smooth. Let rise in a greased bowl for 1-1.5 hours until doubled.
  2. Mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, crushed cookies, and chocolate chips in a bowl until combined. Set aside.
  3. Punch down the dough and roll into a rectangle (16x12 inches). Spread the filling, roll into a log, and slice into 12 pieces. Place in a greased baking dish with cut-side up.
  4. Cover rolls with a towel; let rise for 30-45 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until creamy. Spread over warm rolls.
  6. Top with crushed cookies and extra chocolate chips. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allow dough to rise completely for optimal fluffiness. Use unflavored dental floss for slicing the log neatly.

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