If you’re looking to add a little sparkle (and a lot of smiles) to your morning routine, Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are the way to go. Imagine everything you love about gooey cinnamon rolls—fluffy dough, a sticky swirl, and creamy icing—only now, they’re bursting with melty chocolate chips, chocolate chip cookie bits, and a whimsical blue frosting straight from Sesame Street dreams. These playful treats are the ultimate mashup of cookies and cinnamon rolls, sure to win over kids and adults alike at breakfast or brunch. With a cookie-studded center, vibrant blue frosting, and those familiar candy eyes, Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are as fun to look at as they are to eat!
Ingredients You’ll Need
With a handful of everyday ingredients (and a few playful extras), you can easily bring these blue-tinted breakfast beauties to life. Every component adds a special touch, from the soft dough to the cookie crunch.
- Refrigerated cinnamon roll dough (8-count, with icing): The shortcut to fluffy rolls—so easy, yet so delicious, and comes with the essential sweet icing.
- Crushed chocolate chip cookies (1/2 cup): Adds irresistible crunchy, chocolatey pockets straight into the swirl.
- Mini chocolate chips (1/4 cup): Perfect for bursts of melted chocolate in every bite; minis distribute more evenly than regular size.
- Blue food coloring: A couple of drops will give your icing that unmistakable Cookie Monster hue—food coloring gel works best for vibrancy.
- Vanilla extract (1/2 teaspoon): Rounds out the sweetness and deepens the frosting’s flavor.
- Milk (2 tablespoons): Loosens the icing for perfect drizzling or spreading texture.
- Candy eyes (optional): For the cutest monster faces—Kids will love helping stick them on (or munching them right off!)
- Cream cheese (1/2 cup, optional): For those who want luxuriously rich, tangy icing—soften it before mixing in.
How to Make Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls
Step 1: Prep Your Pan and Preheat
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F, following the instructions on your cinnamon roll package. Grease your baking dish or line it with parchment for easy cleanup. This little bit of effort ensures nothing sticks and your Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are as beautiful to serve as they are to eat.
Step 2: Unroll, Fill, and Re-roll
Gently unroll each cinnamon roll slightly—not all the way, just enough to reveal the swirl. Sprinkle a generous pinch of crushed cookie pieces and a handful of mini chocolate chips over the exposed dough, then carefully roll each cinnamon roll back up. This step is where the magic happens: every roll gets that dreamy cookie center!
Step 3: Arrange and Bake
Place your filled cinnamon rolls into the prepared baking dish, spacing them just enough to allow for a bit of expansion as they bake. Pop them into the oven and bake according to package directions, usually 13 to 17 minutes, until puffed and golden brown. The kitchen will fill with an irresistible aroma—try not to sneak a taste just yet!
Step 4: Mix Up the Cookie Monster Blue Frosting
While the cinnamon rolls bake, grab a small bowl and stir together the packaged icing, a couple drops of blue food coloring, vanilla extract, and a splash of milk. If you’re feeling decadent, blend in softened cream cheese for a thicker, tangier frosting. Stir until you reach a smooth, brilliantly blue consistency that’s easy to drizzle or spread.
Step 5: Decorate and Serve
When the rolls are done, let them cool for just five minutes—enough to handle, but still warm enough for the icing to melt temptingly over the top. Drizzle or spread your blue frosting across the rolls, then go wild with extra cookie pieces and candy eyes. The final touch turns these into true Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls, ready for big grins and sticky fingers!
How to Serve Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls
Garnishes
Have fun piling on crushed cookies, extra mini chocolate chips, and candy eyes for a true Cookie Monster look. For a jaw-dropping finish, add a few pieces of whole chocolate chip cookie upright in the center of each roll—kids will squeal at the monster mouths!
Side Dishes
These Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls shine alongside a cold glass of milk, hot cocoa, or coffee for grownups. Serve them with fresh fruit like berries or orange slices to balance the sweetness and add a pop of color on the breakfast table.
Creative Ways to Present
Try serving your cinnamon rolls on a bright blue platter or a themed tray for an extra special Sesame Street feel. For parties, arrange them in a circle and add a big plate of chocolate chip cookies in the center. Or, stack two mini rolls together with extra frosting and even more eyes for a “monster stack” presentation!
Make Ahead and Storage
Storing Leftovers
If you’re lucky enough to have leftovers, store cooled Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. The frosting will help keep them from drying out, but for best flavor, enjoy sooner rather than later.
Freezing
Wrap unfrosted rolls tightly in plastic wrap and a layer of foil, then freeze for up to two months. When you’re ready to enjoy, thaw at room temperature, warm through, and add the blue frosting and decorations just before serving for freshest results.
Reheating
To reheat, pop a cinnamon roll in the microwave for about 15–20 seconds, just until warm and gooey. If reheating several, use a low oven (300°F) covered loosely with foil for about 10 minutes. This will revive that fresh-from-the-oven softness without melting away the blue frosting.
FAQs
Can I use homemade cinnamon roll dough instead of store-bought?
Absolutely! Homemade dough gives you extra bragging rights and can add even more flavor. Just prepare your dough as usual, then continue with the cookie filling and blue frosting steps for the authentic Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls experience.
What kind of cookies work best for the filling?
Standard chocolate chip cookies are classic, but you can get creative! Try using mini cookies, crunchy bakery-style bits, or even cookies with rainbow chips for added color and fun texture.
Is there a way to make these dairy-free or vegan?
Look for ready-made cinnamon roll dough and cookies that suit your dietary needs. Non-dairy milk works perfectly in the icing, and vegan cream cheese is a fantastic swap for the richer frosting variation. Don’t forget to check the mini chocolate chips for hidden dairy ingredients.
How do I keep the blue frosting vivid?
Use gel or paste food coloring—they give deep, vibrant color without thinning the icing. Mix in the coloring a little at a time until you reach that unmistakable Cookie Monster shade of blue!
Can I make Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls ahead for a party?
Definitely! You can bake the rolls and prep the frosting a day in advance. Assemble and decorate just before serving for the freshest monster faces and the ooziest blue icing.
Final Thoughts
From their gooey, chocolate chip-studded centers to their playful blue frosting and cheerful candy eyes, Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are pure joy in every bite. Whether it’s breakfast, dessert, or a surprise treat for someone special, there’s no way to serve these without seeing smiles. Gather your ingredients, have some fun with the decorations, and get baking—these rolls are guaranteed to bring sweet memories and lots of laughter to your table!
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Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 rolls 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Indulge your inner Cookie Monster with these fun and delicious Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls. Filled with crushed cookies and mini chocolate chips, topped with blue icing and candy eyes, these rolls are a delightful treat for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Cinnamon Rolls:
- 1 package refrigerated cinnamon roll dough (8-count, with icing)
Filling:
- 1/2 cup crushed chocolate chip cookies
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Blue Icing:
- Blue food coloring
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Optional: candy eyes for garnish
- Optional: 1/2 cup cream cheese for extra frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a baking dish.
- Prepare the rolls: Unroll each cinnamon roll, add filling ingredients, roll them back up, and place in the dish.
- Bake: Bake for 13–17 minutes until golden brown.
- Make the icing: Mix the included icing with blue food coloring, vanilla extract, and milk. Add cream cheese for a richer frosting.
- Decorate: Drizzle the blue icing over the rolls, add extra cookie crumbles and candy eyes.
- Serve: Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Perfect for themed parties or kids’ brunches
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
