Why Make This Recipe
Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are a fun twist on the classic cinnamon roll that everyone loves. These rolls not only taste great but also look amazing with their blue color and cookie toppings. They are sure to bring smiles whether you’re having a family breakfast or a weekend treat.
How to Make Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Blue food coloring
- Crushed Oreos
- Cream cheese for glazing
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, egg, and a few drops of blue food coloring.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle.
- Mix the cinnamon and brown sugar, and spread over the rolled dough.
- Sprinkle crushed Oreos over the cinnamon mixture.
- Roll the dough tightly and cut into slices.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for 30 minutes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden.
- Prepare cream cheese glaze and drizzle over the rolls before serving.
How to Serve Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls
Serve these fun rolls warm, drizzled with cream cheese glaze. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a dessert option. You can also add extra crushed Oreos on top for a crunchier finish.
How to Store Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls
To store leftover cookie monster cinnamon rolls, place them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them for up to a month. Just make sure to wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before placing them in the freezer.
Tips to Make Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls
- Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Don’t skip the rising time; it helps the rolls become fluffy.
- If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle a little extra flour while rolling it out.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of blue food coloring to get your desired shade.
Variation
You can customize these cinnamon rolls by adding different toppings like sprinkles or other crushed cookies based on your preference.
FAQs
Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes, you can use whole wheat flour, but the texture might be denser.
Can I make these cinnamon rolls ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the rolls, let them rise, and then cover them and place them in the refrigerator overnight. Bake them the next day.
What else can I add to the filling?
You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the filling for extra flavor!
Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- Blue drops food coloring Adjust to desired color intensity.
Filling Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Crushed Oreos as needed For topping and filling.
- Cream cheese for glazing To drizzle over the rolls.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, egg, and a few drops of blue food coloring.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle.
- Mix the cinnamon and brown sugar, and spread over the rolled dough.
- Sprinkle crushed Oreos over the cinnamon mixture.
- Roll the dough tightly and cut into slices.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for 30 minutes.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden.
- Prepare cream cheese glaze and drizzle over the rolls before serving.
