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Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls

Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls Recipe, a whimsical treat that brings joy to both kids and adults. These soft, cinnamon-filled rolls are uniquely crafted with a vibrant blue dough, loaded with crushed chocolate cookies and mini chocolate chips. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a birthday celebration, weekend brunch, or cozy family gathering—these colorful rolls will undoubtedly impress your guests. Topped with smooth cream cheese icing and extra cookie crumbles, they offer a delicious twist on a classic favorite. Easy to make with simple ingredients, this recipe invites you to get creative with toppings and variations, ensuring everyone can enjoy their own personalized version of these fun cinnamon rolls.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir in the sugar, egg, egg yolk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Add 2 cups of flour along with salt; mix until combined.
  4. Slowly add the remaining flour while kneading until the dough is soft and slightly sticky.
  5. Add a few drops of blue food coloring; knead until color is evenly distributed.
  6. Transfer the dough into a greased bowl, cover it up, and let it rise for 1 to 1½ hours or until doubled in size.
  7. In a small bowl, mix softened butter with brown sugar and cinnamon until smooth.
  8. Stir in crushed chocolate cookies and mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  9. Lightly flour your surface; roll out the dough into a 14×9-inch rectangle.
  10. Spread filling evenly over the rolled-out dough.
  11. Roll tightly from the long side; cut into 12 even rolls.
  12. Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish; cover them up again.
  13. Let rise for another 30 to 45 minutes while preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  14. Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  15. Beat cream cheese together with softened butter until smooth.
  16. Add powdered sugar along with vanilla; mix well before adding milk until creamy.
  17. Drizzle warm icing over baked cinnamon rolls.
  18. Sprinkle crushed chocolate cookies and additional mini chocolate chips on top if desired.
  19. Serve warm!

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