Description
Experience the joy of warm, gooey Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls fresh from the oven. These delightful treats combine the comforting flavors of cinnamon with a luscious frosting, creating a perfect breakfast or dessert option that will make any day special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F or 43°C)
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for dough and filling)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Activate yeast by mixing warm milk and sugar in a bowl; sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add melted butter, eggs, and activated yeast mixture; mix until combined into a soft dough.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Prepare filling by mixing brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Roll out risen dough into a rectangle; spread softened butter over it and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Roll up the dough tightly and slice into approximately 12 pieces; place them in a greased baking dish. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While cooling, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk to create a smooth frosting; drizzle over warm rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg