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Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls

A whimsical, social-media famous twist on classic cinnamon rolls featuring a stunning blue yeast dough, a dark cinnamon-sugar filling, and a heavy garnish of crushed Oreos and mini Oreos.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Blue Dough
  • 1 packet active dry yeast or 2 1/4 tsp
  • 1 cup whole milk warmed 105-110°F
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.33 cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp Blue gel food coloring
Cinnamon Filling
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter very soft
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar packed
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tbsp milk or cream
Garnish
  • 8-10 Oreo cookies crushed
  • 12 mini Oreo cookies whole

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Measuring cups/spoons

Method
 

  1. Combine warm milk and 1 tbsp sugar in a stand mixer bowl. Sprinkle yeast over the top; let it foam for 5-10 minutes.
  2. Add the remaining sugar, salt, melted butter, egg, and blue gel food coloring. Mix to combine.
  3. Add the flour gradually, then switch to the dough hook. Knead on low-medium speed for 5-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Form into a ball and place in a greased bowl. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled (1 to 1.5 hours).
  5. While dough rises, mix soft butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon to make the filling paste.
  6. Turn risen dough onto a floured surface. Roll into a 12x18 inch rectangle. Spread the cinnamon filling paste evenly, leaving a 1/2 inch border.
  7. Tightly roll the dough into a log, pinch the seam, and cut into 12 even rolls.
  8. Place the rolls in a greased 9x13 inch pan (or ramekins). Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Do not overbake.
  10. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and 1 tbsp milk, beating until creamy.
  11. Let rolls cool 5-10 minutes. Spread frosting over warm rolls and immediately top with crushed Oreos and mini Oreos.

Notes

Using dental floss (unflavored) is the best way to cut clean rolls without crushing them.