Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are a colorful, playful twist on the classic cinnamon roll. With bright blue dough, a brown sugar-cinnamon filling packed with cookie crumbles, and a sweet vanilla glaze on top, these rolls are both fun to make and outrageously delicious. I love baking them when I want something whimsical, indulgent, and sure to impress.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love how these cinnamon rolls bring together everything I enjoy in a dessert—soft, fluffy dough, gooey cinnamon filling, and cookies all in one bite. The blue color adds a fun surprise, and the cookie crumbles inside give them a unique texture and flavor. Whether I’m making them for a birthday brunch or just because, they always make people smile.

Ingredients

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For the blue dough:

All-purpose flour
Warm milk
Active dry yeast
Granulated sugar
Salt
Unsalted butter, melted
Eggs
Blue food coloring (gel or liquid)

For the cookie cinnamon filling:

Brown sugar
Ground cinnamon
Unsalted butter, softened
Chocolate chip cookie crumbles (homemade or store-bought)

For the glaze:

Powdered sugar
Milk or heavy cream
Vanilla extract
Optional: crushed cookies or mini chocolate chips for topping

Directions

I start by activating the yeast in warm milk with a little sugar. I let it sit until foamy—about 5–10 minutes.
In a large bowl, I combine flour, the activated yeast mixture, eggs, melted butter, sugar, salt, and blue food coloring. I knead the dough until smooth and elastic, then cover and let it rise until doubled—about 1 hour.
I mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon to make the filling.
Once the dough has risen, I roll it out into a rectangle, spread the cinnamon mixture over it, and sprinkle cookie crumbles on top.
I roll the dough into a log and slice it into even pieces, then place them in a greased baking dish.
I let the rolls rise again for 30 minutes while the oven preheats to 350°F (175°C).
I bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
While they cool slightly, I whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk to make the glaze.
I drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls and top with more cookie crumbles or chocolate chips if I’m feeling extra.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes about 12 cinnamon rolls. It takes around 2.5 hours from start to finish, including rising and baking time. If I want a head start, I prepare the dough the night before and bake in the morning.

Variations

Sometimes I use Oreos or chocolate sandwich cookies instead of chocolate chip cookies. For a sweeter glaze, I add a touch of cream cheese. If I want an extra cookie hit, I mix cookie crumbles right into the glaze or frosting. For a crunchier bite, I sprinkle chopped nuts or toffee bits on top before baking.

Storage/Reheating

I store the rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for 1–2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. To reheat, I microwave individual rolls for 15–20 seconds or warm the whole tray in the oven at 325°F until soft and gooey again. These also freeze well—just glaze after reheating.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought dough?

Yes, I can use pre-made cinnamon roll dough if I’m short on time. I just add the cookie filling and blue food coloring for the Cookie Monster vibe.

How do I get the dough really blue?

I use gel food coloring—it’s more concentrated and gives the dough a vibrant blue without changing the texture.

What kind of cookies work best for the filling?

I prefer chocolate chip cookies, but I’ve also used chopped-up cookie dough pieces, Oreos, or even shortbread with great results.

Can I make these the night before?

Yes, I prepare and slice the rolls, place them in the baking dish, and refrigerate overnight. I let them sit at room temp while the oven preheats the next morning.

How do I keep the rolls soft?

I don’t overbake them and always cover the rolls with foil if they’re browning too quickly. Storing them in an airtight container helps retain moisture.

Conclusion

Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are everything I want in a fun breakfast treat—soft, sweet, gooey, and packed with cookie flavor and color. They’re a hit with kids and adults alike and bring a whole lot of joy to the table. Whether I’m baking for a special occasion or just because, these playful, delicious rolls always make it worth the effort.

Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls: Blue Dough, Cookie Crumbles, and Creamy Sweetness

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Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are a colorful and playful twist on the classic cinnamon roll, featuring bright blue dough, a cinnamon-sugar filling with cookie crumbles, and a sweet vanilla glaze. These rolls are fun to make and even more fun to eat.

Total Time: 2 hours
Yield: 12 cinnamon rolls

Ingredients

For the blue dough:
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup warm milk
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
Blue food coloring (gel or liquid)
For the cookie cinnamon filling:
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup chocolate chip cookie crumbles (homemade or store-bought)
For the glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk or heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: crushed cookies or mini chocolate chips for topping

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Instructions

Activate the yeast by combining warm milk and a little sugar, letting it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
In a large bowl, mix the activated yeast mixture, flour, eggs, melted butter, sugar, salt, and blue food coloring. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, then cover and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Mix together softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the filling.
Once the dough has risen, roll it out into a rectangle, spread the cinnamon filling evenly, and sprinkle cookie crumbles on top.
Roll the dough into a log and slice into even pieces. Place them in a greased baking dish and let rise for 30 minutes while the oven preheats to 350°F (175°C).
Bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
While the rolls cool slightly, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk to make the glaze.
Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls and top with extra cookie crumbles or mini chocolate chips if desired.

Notes

If you’re short on time, use store-bought cinnamon roll dough and add the cookie filling and blue food coloring to make it Cookie Monster-inspired.
For a more vibrant color, use gel food coloring, which is more concentrated and won’t affect the dough’s texture.
Feel free to experiment with different cookies like Oreos or shortbread for the filling.
For a fun variation, add chopped nuts or toffee bits on top before baking for a crunchy twist.
These cinnamon rolls can be made ahead of time by refrigerating the rolls overnight before baking the next morning.

Author: liinaa
Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including rising time)
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert, Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian