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Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls

Soft, vibrant blue yeast rolls filled with cinnamon sugar and crushed Oreos, topped with a rich cream cheese icing and more cookie crumbles.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Themed
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Blue Yeast Dough
  • 4.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk warmed
  • 0.33 cup granulated sugar
  • 2.25 tsp active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tbsp blue gel food coloring
Filling
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tbsp cinnamon
  • 0.5 cup Oreo crumbs
Icing & Topping
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.5 cup chopped Oreos for garnish

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • 9x13 Baking Dish
  • Rolling pin
  • Piping bag or spatula

Method
 

  1. Combine warm milk, yeast, and a bit of sugar. Let bloom for 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix in remaining sugar, butter, egg, and blue food coloring.
  3. Gradually add flour and salt. Knead with a dough hook for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  4. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  5. Roll dough into a rectangle. Spread with butter, cinnamon sugar, and Oreo crumbs.
  6. Roll into a log, cut into 12 pieces, and place in a greased pan. Let rise for 30-45 minutes.
  7. Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes. Cool slightly.
  8. Whisk icing ingredients and pour over warm rolls. Top with chopped Oreos and chocolate chips.

Notes

Use gel food coloring specifically to maintain the vibrant blue without changing dough consistency.