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Close-up of golden-brown yeast dough rolls with dark chocolate cookie filling and glossy white cream cheese glaze. (Cookies and Cream Cinnamon Rolls)

Cookies and Cream Cinnamon Rolls with Thick Cream Cheese Glaze

Indulge in fluffy, golden-brown Cookies and Cream Cinnamon Rolls featuring a dark chocolate cookie filling, thick glossy cream cheese glaze, and crunchy crushed cookie topping. A professional-grade brunch treat for home cooks.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Recipe Ingredients
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk warmed to 110F
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 tsp (7g) active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp (6g) fine sea salt
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1/3 cup (75g) unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups (200g) dark chocolate sandwich cookies finely crushed
  • 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar packed
  • 4 oz (115g) cream cheese softened
  • 1 1/2 cups (180g) powdered sugar sifted
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (50g) sandwich cookies chunky crushed for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 White Ceramic Rectangular Baking Dish 9x13 inch size preferred
  • 1 Stand mixer with dough hook
  • 1 Rolling Pin

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tbsp sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add remaining sugar, melted butter, egg, flour, and salt. Knead with dough hook for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 60-90 minutes until doubled in size.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Roll dough into an 12x18 inch rectangle. Spread softened butter and sprinkle with finely crushed cookies and brown sugar.
  2. Roll into a log and cut into 12 pieces. Place in ceramic dish. Cover and let rise for 45 minutes.
  3. Bake at 350F (175C) for 22-27 minutes until golden-brown.
Glazing
  1. Whisk cream cheese, powdered sugar, and cream until glossy and opaque.
  2. Drizzle over warm rolls and top with chunky crushed cookies.

Notes

Ensure yeast is fresh for the best rise.
Use dental floss for the cleanest cuts to preserve the spiral shape.