Cookie monster cinnamon rolls recipe
Cookie monster cinnamon rolls are a delicious combination of fluffy and crunchy Oreos. They combine the classic flavors of warm, buttery cinnamon rolls with the creamy sweetness of crushed Oreos for an irresistible combination sure to please everyone!
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Servings: 5 people
Calories: 650kcal
Equipment
- 1 stand mixer
Ingredients
For the Cinnamon Rolls:
- 1/2 cup of warm velvety milk, gently heated to the perfect temperature for activating the yeast, ensuring a soft and fluffy dough.
- 1.25 teaspoons of instant yeast carefully measured to guarantee a swift and efficient rise, creating airy and light rolls.
- 1/4 cup of pure white sugar adding a natural sweetness to the dough, enhancing its flavor.
- 2 cups of high-quality all-purpose flour finely milled for a smooth and consistent dough, ensuring perfect texture.
- 1/4 cup of melted butter cooled down to room temperature, providing a luxurious, buttery essence to the rolls.
- 2 tablespoons of rich brown sugar adding a deep caramel sweetness to the filling, complementing the cinnamon perfectly.
- 1/2 tablespoon of vibrant blue food coloring enhancing the visual appeal of the dough, creating a striking and unique hue.
- 1 beaten egg adds richness and structure to the dough for a moist and tender texture.
- 1 tablespoon of aromatic cinnamon freshly ground for a warm and spicy flavor, elevating the overall taste profile.
- 1/2 cup of Oreos meticulously crushed into fine crumbs, adding a delightful cookies-and-cream filling to the rolls.
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream ensuring a velvety texture and indulgent richness to the rolls.
For the Icing:
- 1/4 cup of velvety butter softened to the perfect consistency, adding a smooth and creamy base to the icing.
- 1 cup of finely powdered sugar meticulously sifted for a smooth and lump-free icing, providing the ideal sweetness.
- 4 ounces of sumptuous cream cheese half of a standard 8-ounce package, ensuring a rich and tangy flavor for the icing.
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, add warm milk, yeast and sugar. Stir until combined.
- Add eggs, melted butter and blue food coloring to the mixture and mix on low speed with a dough hook attachment for 2 minutes.
- Slowly add flour one cup at a time until all flour is incorporated into the dough and pulled away from the sides of the bowl. The dough should be slightly sticky but not too wet or dry – if it is too wet, add more flour in 1 tablespoon increments; if it is too dry, add more warm milk 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Knead for 5 minutes, then transfer to an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a damp cloth and let rise for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Once the dough has doubled, punch it down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into an 18×12-inch rectangle.
- Spread the softened butter onto the rolled-out dough, then sprinkle with crushed Oreos, cinnamon and brown sugar. Starting at one end, tightly roll up the dough – like you would for a jelly roll cake – and pinch seams together to seal it. Slice into 12 equal pieces.
- Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray; then place rolls in the pan slightly apart from each other so they can rise during baking time. Cover with plastic wrap or a damp cloth and let rise again for 30 minutes to an hour until they have doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 375°F and bake cinnamon rolls for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prepare the icing by beating together softened butter, cream cheese and powdered sugar until creamy, then spread over warm cinnamon rolls right before serving.
Notes
– Make sure to roll out the dough as evenly as possible so that all of the ingredients are layered uniformly throughout each roll.
– If you don’t want the cookie pieces to be too large, crush them up into finer bits with a food processor or blender before sprinkling them onto the rolled-out dough. This will also help ensure that it sticks better when rolling up!
– For an extra creamy icing, use heavy cream instead of butter. This adds a slightly richer flavor to the rolls and helps to bind everything together.