Name: Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 2 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup warm milk (110°F); 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted; 2 large eggs; Blue gel food coloring (start with 1/4 tsp and adjust as needed); 1/2 cup brown sugar; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1/2 cup crushed chocolate chip cookies (e.g., Chips Ahoy or homemade); 4 oz cream cheese, softened; 2 tablespoons butter, softened; 1 cup powdered sugar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1–2 tablespoons milk, as needed for consistency; Extra mini cookies or cookie crumbles for topping (optional)

Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls

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Fun and delicious Cookie Monster cinnamon rolls made with vibrant blue dough, cookie crumbles, and rich, creamy frosting.

Author: Sarah
Prep Time: 25 minutes (plus rising time)
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Yield: 12 cinnamon rolls
Category: Dessert, Breakfast, Kids Recipes
Method: Baked, Assembled
Cuisine: American, Fun Food
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

For the Blue Dough:

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup warm milk (110°F)

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 large eggs

Blue gel food coloring (start with 1/4 tsp and adjust as needed)

For the Filling:

1/2 cup brown sugar

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup crushed chocolate chip cookies (e.g., Chips Ahoy or homemade)

For the Frosting:

4 oz cream cheese, softened

2 tablespoons butter, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1–2 tablespoons milk, as needed for consistency

Extra mini cookies or cookie crumbles for topping (optional)

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Instructions

Make the Dough: In a large bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy. Add eggs, butter, food coloring, and salt. Stir in flour gradually to form a soft dough. Knead for 6–8 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).

Prepare the Filling: Mix brown sugar and cinnamon.

Roll and Fill: Punch down dough and roll into a rectangle (about 12×18 inches). Spread softened butter over dough, then sprinkle cinnamon sugar and cookie crumbles evenly on top.

Roll and Slice: Roll tightly from the long side into a log. Slice into 12 rolls and place in a greased 9×13″ baking dish.

Second Rise: Cover and let rise for another 30–45 minutes.

Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.

Make the Frosting: Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.

Frost & Serve: Spread frosting over warm rolls and top with extra cookie crumbles or mini cookies for the full “Cookie Monster” effect.

Notes

Use gel food coloring for the most vibrant blue without altering dough consistency.

Swap cookie types for different textures — try Oreos or Biscoff for variety.

Rolls can be assembled the night before and baked the next morning.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days — reheat before serving.

Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/cookie-monster-cinnamon-rolls/