Description

Hey friends, Beau here from Feastical! Let’s be real — is there anything that smells better than cinnamon rolls baking in the oven? That buttery-sweet aroma is pure magic. But today, we’re turning that weekend classic into something next-level fabulous: Cookies and Cream Cinnamon Rolls.

Ingredients

1 lb frozen bread dough, thawed overnight
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup light brown sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp cocoa powder
1 cup crushed Oreos (about 10 cookies)
½ cup heavy cream

For the Frosting

4 oz cream cheese, softened
1½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
2 tbsp heavy cream
¼ tsp vanilla extract
1 cup crushed Oreos, for topping

Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Dough

Lightly flour your counter and rolling pin. Roll the thawed bread dough into a rectangle, about 12×9 inches and ¼ inch thick. If it keeps shrinking back, let it rest for 5 minutes so the gluten can relax.
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2️⃣ Mix the Filling

In a small bowl, stir together brown sugar, cinnamon, and cocoa powder. Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border.
Sprinkle the sugar mixture evenly, then top with 1 cup crushed Oreos. Press down gently so they stick.

3️⃣ Roll It Up

Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seam to seal.
Use unflavored dental floss (or a sharp knife) to slice the log into 12 even rolls.

Chef Hack: Mark your dough log first before cutting — it keeps all your rolls the same size!

4️⃣ The Cream Pour & Rise

Place rolls cut-side up in your baking dish. Pour ½ cup heavy cream evenly over the rolls.
Let them rise in a warm spot for 30–45 minutes, until slightly puffed. (You can skip the rise if short on time — they’ll still be great!)

5️⃣ Bake to Golden Perfection

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and the centers are set.
Your kitchen will smell unbelievable.

6️⃣ Frost While Warm

In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, then heavy cream and vanilla, mixing until silky.
Spread frosting over warm rolls so it melts into every swirl.
Top with the remaining crushed Oreos before it sets.

Notes

Sticky Dough? Chill it for 10–15 minutes before rolling.
Forgot the Cream? Don’t skip it next time — it creates that iconic gooey bottom!
Make-Ahead Magic: Prep the rolls, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Bake in the morning (add 5 minutes).

Nutrition

Calories: 360 Cal Per Serving
Sugar: 24g
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 44g