Description
Indulge in the joy of Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls, a delightful treat featuring fluffy rolls filled with gooey cinnamon sugar and topped with vibrant blue icing. Perfect for brunches or family gatherings, these rolls are sure to bring smiles to everyone’s faces. Easy to whip up, they combine the classic flavors of cinnamon with a fun twist that makes them irresistible. Treat your loved ones to this delicious experience that’s not just a breakfast but a celebration!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Blue food coloring
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and sugar; sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Add Flour and Knead: Gradually mix in flour until combined. Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Let It Rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Prepare Filling: Mix softened butter with cinnamon and sugar.
- Roll Out Dough: Roll risen dough into a rectangle on a floured surface.
- Add Filling and Roll: Spread the cinnamon mixture evenly over the dough, roll tightly from one end, and slice into 12 equal pieces.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for another 30 minutes before baking for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Make Icing: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and blue food coloring together while rolls bake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Customize by adding chocolate chips or nuts to the filling for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the microwave.