Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls – Blue Swirl Treat with Chocolate Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are a fun and delicious twist on classic cinnamon rolls, featuring a vibrant blue swirl and a cookie-filled cinnamon sugar center. Topped with cream cheese icing and extra cookie crumbs, they make an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• ¾ cup warm milk (110°F)
• 2¼ tsp 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 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Blue gel food coloring
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
• ½ cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)
• ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened (for icing)
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 2–3 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency)
• ½ cup crushed chocolate cookies (for garnish)
• Extra mini chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Step 2: Stir in granulated sugar, egg, egg yolk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
3. Step 3: Add 2 cups of flour and salt. Mix well, then gradually add the remaining flour until a dough forms.
4. Step 4: Add blue gel food coloring and knead the dough until smooth and the color is evenly distributed.
5. Step 5: Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 to 1½ hours until doubled in size.
6. Step 6: For the filling, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
7. Step 7: Stir in crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and mini chocolate chips.
8. Step 8: On a floured surface, roll the dough into a 14×9-inch rectangle.
9. Step 9: Spread the filling evenly over the dough.
10. Step 10: Roll the dough tightly from the long side and slice into 12 equal rolls.
11. Step 11: Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30 to 45 minutes.
12. Step 12: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
13. Step 13: Bake the rolls for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
14. Step 14: For the icing, beat cream cheese and softened butter until smooth.
15. Step 15: Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix until creamy and smooth.
16. Step 16: Drizzle the icing over warm cinnamon rolls.
17. Step 17: Sprinkle with crushed chocolate cookies and extra mini chocolate chips if desired. Serve warm.

Tips & Variations

• Use gel food coloring as it provides vibrant color without thinning the dough.
• For a stronger cookie flavor, increase the amount of crushed cookies in the filling.
• Try swapping chocolate chips for white chocolate or peanut butter chips for a different twist.
• Make sure the butter for filling and icing is softened to avoid lumps and ensure smooth spreading.

Storage

Store leftover cinnamon rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently in the microwave for 15–20 seconds before serving. They can also be frozen uniced; thaw overnight in the refrigerator and warm before adding icing.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough the night before, let it rise, then refrigerate it. Allow it to come to room temperature before shaping and baking.

What if I don’t have blue food coloring?

You can omit the blue coloring or use any other color you prefer to customize the appearance of your cinnamon rolls.

Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls – Blue Swirl Treat with Chocolate Cookies Recipe

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Indulge in these delightful Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls featuring a vibrant blue swirl, a gooey cinnamon-sugar cookie filling, and a luscious cream cheese glaze. Perfectly soft and fluffy, these rolls combine classic cinnamon roll flavors with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and chocolate chips, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.

• Author: lina
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Category: Breakfast/Brunch
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dough:

• ¾ cup warm milk (110°F)
• 2¼ tsp 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 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Blue gel food coloring

Filling:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
• ½ cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)
• ¼ cup mini chocolate chips

Icing:

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 2–3 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency)
• ½ cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
• Extra mini chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

1. Make the Dough: In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast, then let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy to activate the yeast. Stir in sugar, egg, egg yolk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Add 2 cups of flour and salt, mix well, then gradually incorporate the remaining flour. Add blue gel food coloring and knead the dough until it is smooth, elastic, and evenly colored.
2. First Rise: Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1½ hours, or until doubled in size.
3. Prepare the Filling: In a separate bowl, blend softened butter with brown sugar and ground cinnamon until combined. Fold in the crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and mini chocolate chips.
4. Roll and Fill: On a floured surface, roll the risen dough into a 14×9-inch rectangle. Spread the cinnamon cookie filling evenly over the dough, ensuring full coverage.
5. Shape the Rolls: Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Slice the log into 12 equally sized rolls.
6. Second Rise: Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spacing them slightly apart. Cover and let rise for 30 to 45 minutes until puffy.
7. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
8. Make the Icing: Beat softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk; mix until the icing reaches a smooth, pourable consistency.
9. Assemble and Serve: Drizzle the cream cheese icing generously over the warm cinnamon rolls. Sprinkle crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and extra mini chocolate chips on top as desired. Serve the rolls warm for the best experience.

Notes

• Use warm milk at about 110°F to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
• Adjust the amount of milk in the icing to achieve your preferred thickness.
• For an extra blue effect, add more blue gel food coloring gradually while kneading.
• Ensure the dough has fully risen before shaping for fluffier rolls.
• Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
• Reheat rolls gently in the microwave or oven before serving.

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