7 Best Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls Secrets

Ciao! Maria, Lucia, and Teresa here, ready to share a recipe that’s sure to bring a smile to your face, young and old! Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are a playful twist on a classic breakfast treat. Inspired by our grandkids’ love for the blue, furry monster, these colorful cinnamon rolls are as fun to make as they are to eat. With a vibrant blue frosting and, of course, cookie eyes, these Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect way to start a fun cinnamon breakfast!

This recipe is a guaranteed mood booster. Imagine the look on your family’s faces when they see these adorable rolls! Besides being incredibly fun, they are also wonderfully delicious. The warmth of cinnamon, the sweetness of icing, and the delightful cookie accents create a flavor combination that’s simply irresistible. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to get kids involved in the kitchen.

We remember when our grandkids were little, they would always ask us to bake something fun and colorful. These Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls embody exactly that. They’re sweet, silly, and full of love just like our family gatherings. So, get ready to create a sweet morning treat that’s as enjoyable to make as it is to devour!

For the Dough:

3 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 package (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
¾ cup milk, warmed to 110-115°F
¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs

For the Filling:

½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

For the Frosting:

4 cups powdered sugar
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Blue gel food coloring

For Decoration:

Mini chocolate chip cookies (or your favorite small cookie)

Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls - Process or ingredients — Preparation process

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Stir in yeast.
2. In a separate bowl, combine warm milk, melted butter, and eggs. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
4. Place dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a medium bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
6. Once the dough has doubled, punch it down and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll dough into a 12×18 inch rectangle.
7. Spread the cinnamon butter mixture evenly over the dough.
8. Starting from the long end, tightly roll the dough into a log.
9. Using a sharp knife or dental floss, cut the log into 12 equal slices.
10. Place cinnamon rolls in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
11. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
12. While the cinnamon rolls are baking, prepare the frosting. In a large bowl, beat together powdered sugar, softened butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add blue gel food coloring and mix until desired shade of blue is achieved.
13. Once the cinnamon rolls are baked, let them cool slightly before frosting.
14. Spread blue frosting generously over the warm cinnamon rolls.
15. Top each cinnamon roll with two mini chocolate chip cookies (or your favorite small cookies) to resemble Cookie Monster eyes.

These colorful cinnamon rolls are best served warm, fresh from the oven. They’re fantastic on their own with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot coffee. For an extra special treat, consider adding a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of colorful sprinkles. These Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are perfect for a fun cinnamon breakfast, brunch, or even dessert! And speaking of treats, have you ever tried our St Patricks Day Sugar Cookie Bars? They’re another colorful, festive option!

Refrigeration: Store leftover Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing: For longer storage, wrap individual cinnamon rolls in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheating: To reheat refrigerated cinnamon rolls, microwave for 20-30 seconds per roll or bake in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes. To reheat frozen cinnamon rolls, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then follow the same reheating instructions.

Yeast Activation: Make sure the milk isn’t too hot when adding the yeast, or it will kill the yeast. It should be warm to the touch, around 110-115°F (43-46°C).
Dough Kneading: Kneading the dough properly is essential for a light and fluffy cinnamon roll. Don’t be afraid to knead it for the full 5-7 minutes.
Even Cutting: Using unflavored dental floss to cut the cinnamon roll log ensures clean, even slices.
Frosting Consistency: Adjust the amount of milk in the frosting to achieve your desired consistency. If it’s too thick, add more milk. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar.

Food Coloring: Use gel food coloring for the most vibrant blue color. Liquid food coloring might not achieve the same intensity. You can experiment with other colors, too.
Cookie Eyes: Feel free to use your favorite small cookies for the eyes. Mini Oreos or even candy eyes would also work well.
We love to start the dough the night before for a lazy breakfast. It makes starting your day with a sweet morning treat that much easier!
If you are looking for something more savory, you have to check out our Vegetable Spring Rolls With Peanut Sauce!

Different Colors: Experiment with different food coloring to create different characters or themes.
Add-Ins: Incorporate chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit into the filling for added flavor and texture.
Cream Cheese Frosting: Substitute cream cheese frosting for a tangier alternative. Just beat together 4 ounces of softened cream cheese with the butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.

What makes these cinnamon rolls ‘Cookie Monster’ themed?

These cinnamon rolls are inspired by the Cookie Monster with vibrant blue frosting and cookie decorations to resemble his eyes.

Are Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls difficult to make?

No, this recipe is designed to be simple and kid-friendly, making it easy and fun to create at home. The dough can be store bought or made from scratch.

What kind of frosting is used for these cinnamon rolls?

The recipe uses a vibrant blue frosting to mimic Cookie Monster’s fur. A simple powdered sugar icing is mixed with blue food coloring to achieve the desired shade.

What are the ‘cookie eyes’ made of?

The iconic cookie eyes are made from small chocolate wafer cookies with white icing and a dark chocolate chip center.

Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls: Easiest Kid-Friendly Recipe!

Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
Yield: 12 servings 1x

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These Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are a fun and delicious twist on a classic breakfast treat. With a vibrant blue frosting and cookie eyes, they’re perfect for a fun cinnamon breakfast or sweet morning treat that kids and adults will love.

Ingredients

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3 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 package (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
¾ cup milk, warmed to 110-115°F
¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
4 cups powdered sugar
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Blue gel food coloring
Mini chocolate chip cookies

Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Stir in yeast.
In a separate bowl, combine warm milk, melted butter, and eggs. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
Place dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a medium bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
Once the dough has doubled, punch it down and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll dough into a 12×18 inch rectangle.
Spread the cinnamon butter mixture evenly over the dough.
Starting from the long end, tightly roll the dough into a log.
Using a sharp knife or dental floss, cut the log into 12 equal slices.
Place cinnamon rolls in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
While the cinnamon rolls are baking, prepare the frosting. In a large bowl, beat together powdered sugar, softened butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add blue gel food coloring and mix until desired shade of blue is achieved.
Once the cinnamon rolls are baked, let them cool slightly before frosting.
Spread blue frosting generously over the warm cinnamon rolls.
Top each cinnamon roll with two mini chocolate chip cookies to resemble Cookie Monster eyes.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Calories: 350
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: cinnamon rolls, cookie monster, fun breakfast, kid friendly, sweet treat

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What makes these cinnamon rolls ‘Cookie Monster’ themed?

Are Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls difficult to make?