Description
Indulging in freshly baked cinnamon rolls is one of life’s simple pleasures. But what if you could elevate this beloved breakfast staple with a fun twist? Enter Cookies and Cream Cinnamon Rolls! These soft, gooey rolls are filled with a creamy cookies and cream mixture, topped with a rich cream cheese glaze, making them the perfect sweet treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
For the Filling:
1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
10 crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos)
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2–3 tablespoons milk (to thin the glaze)
Extra crushed chocolate sandwich cookies for topping
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, sugar, cinnamon, and crushed cookies for the filling.
- Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle (about 12×16 inches).
- Spread the filling mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Starting from the long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut into 12 even slices and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cover the rolls and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffed.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by beating together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add milk as needed to reach a spreadable consistency.
- Once the rolls are done baking, spread the cream cheese glaze over the warm rolls and sprinkle with extra crushed cookies. Serve warm.
Notes
Ensure your yeast is fresh for optimal rising.
Feel free to customize the filling with other cookies or chocolate chips.
Store leftovers in an airtight container; they can be refrigerated or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 servings
- Calories: 410 kcal
Keywords: Cookies and Cream Cinnamon Rolls, Cinnamon Rolls, Breakfast Rolls, Cream Cheese Glaze, Cookies and Cream Dessert, Easy Cinnamon Rolls, Sweet Breakfast Recipe