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Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls

Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls That Make Mornings Magical

Delight in these Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls that blend classic flavors with fun colors, making for a magical morning treat.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup warm milk or plant-based milk for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar for flavor
  • 2 large eggs or flax eggs for vegan
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted, or dairy-free butter for vegan
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend if necessary
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond/maple extract
  • a few drops blue gel food coloring or natural alternatives like butterfly pea powder
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies like Oreos
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
For the Icing
  • 4 ounces cream cheese or dairy-free cream cheese for vegan
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk or non-dairy milk for vegan
Optional Toppings
  • extra mini chocolate chips
  • extra crushed cookies

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • Rolling Pin
  • electric mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine warm milk and active dry yeast in a large mixing bowl and allow to activate for 5 minutes.
  2. Mix in granulated sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Gradually add flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
  3. Incorporate blue gel food coloring and knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  4. Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  5. Prepare the filling by mixing softened butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, crushed cookies, and mini chocolate chips.
  6. Roll dough into a rectangle, spread filling evenly, and roll tightly from the long side.
  7. Pinch seam to seal and slice into 12 equal rolls. Place in a greased baking dish to rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Beat together cream cheese and melted butter, then add powdered sugar and milk to achieve desired consistency for icing.
  10. Drizzle icing over warm cinnamon rolls and sprinkle with extra toppings if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, follow tips on kneading and baking times.

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