Description
These Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and packed with cookies-and-cream goodness, topped with vibrant blue frosting and crumbled cookies. Perfect for cookie lovers and a fun twist on a classic cinnamon roll!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 large egg
For the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup crushed chocolate chip cookies
For the Cookie Monster Frosting:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- Blue food coloring
- 1/2 cup crushed chocolate chip cookies and Oreo cookies
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Heat the milk, melted butter, and water until warm (about 110°F). Add the warm liquid and egg to the flour mixture, mixing until combined. Gradually add the remaining flour, mixing until the dough is smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Roll Out the Dough:
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll the dough into a 12×18-inch rectangle.
- Add Cinnamon Sugar Filling:
- Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the cinnamon, sugar, and crushed chocolate chip cookies evenly over the butter.
- Assemble the Rolls:
- Roll the dough up tightly from the long side, then slice it into 12 equal pieces.
- Bake the Rolls:
- Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for an additional 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Make the Cookie Monster Frosting:
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar together until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and enough milk to reach your desired consistency. Add blue food coloring until the frosting reaches a vibrant blue color.
- Frost and Decorate:
- Once the cinnamon rolls have cooled slightly, spread the blue frosting over the top. Sprinkle crushed chocolate chip cookies and Oreo cookies on top for a fun Cookie Monster look!
- Serve and Enjoy:
- These Cookie Monster cinnamon rolls are soft, sweet, and packed with cookie flavor—perfect for a fun breakfast or dessert!
Notes
- For best results, ensure your yeast is fresh and active.
- You can prepare the frosting ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to use.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg