Description
Indulge in the whimsical delight of Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls, featuring fluffy dough swirled with gooey chocolate chips and a hint of cinnamon. Topped with vibrant blue frosting, these rolls are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual treat perfect for any occasion. Ideal for brunches or festive gatherings, they will transport you back to cozy family mornings filled with laughter and warmth. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this delightful recipe that is simple enough for novice bakers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Blue food coloring (to desired shade)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: Warm the milk until comfortably warm, add yeast and sugar. Let sit until frothy.
- Create Dough: In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt; pour in yeast mixture and melted butter. Mix until dough forms.
- Knead: Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Rise: Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
- Roll Out: Punch down dough, roll into a rectangle, spread melted butter, sprinkle cinnamon, sugar, and chocolate chips. Roll tightly and slice into pieces.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Let sliced rolls rise on parchment-lined sheet for an additional 30 minutes then bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Frost: Prepare frosting by mixing powdered sugar with vanilla extract and food coloring; drizzle over warm rolls.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (75g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added texture, substitute chocolate chips with nuts or white chocolate. You can prepare the rolls ahead of time; refrigerate overnight before baking.