Description
Delicious cinnamon rolls with a vibrant blue swirl and a delightful filling of chocolate cookies and mini chocolate chips, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Blue gel food coloring
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2–3 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency)
- ½ cup crushed chocolate cookies (for garnish)
- Extra mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy. Then stir in sugar, the egg, egg yolk, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix in 2 cups of flour and salt, gradually adding the rest of the flour. Add blue food coloring and knead until the dough is smooth and evenly colored. Transfer to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1½ hours.
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Fold in the crushed cookies and mini chocolate chips until well mixed.
- Roll & Fill: Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a 14 x 9 inch rectangle. Spread the filling evenly over the surface. Roll tightly from the long side and slice into 12 rolls.
- Second Rise & Bake: Place the rolls in a greased 9 x 13 inch dish. Cover and let rise for another 30–45 minutes. Preheat your oven to 350°F and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Make the Icing: In a bowl, beat together cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk, mixing until creamy and spreadable.
- Assemble & Serve: Drizzle the icing over warm rolls, then sprinkle with crushed cookies and extra mini chocolate chips if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
You can substitute milk with a plant-based alternative for a dairy-free option. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 90 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Rolls, Cookie Monster, Dessert, Kids Treat