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🍪 Easy Made Oreo Cinnamon Rolls – A Sweet Twist

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🌟 A Sweet Spin You Didn’t Know You Needed

If you thought cinnamon rolls couldn’t get any better, wait until you meet Oreo Cinnamon Rolls. Soft, fluffy dough swirled with crushed Oreos, buttery sugar filling, and topped with a creamy cookies-and-cream glaze—this recipe is pure dessert bliss. They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a late-night treat when only Oreos will do.

💛 Why You’ll Love Oreo Cinnamon Rolls

  • Cookies & Cream Heaven: Oreos baked right into every swirl.
  • Soft & Fluffy: That perfect pull-apart cinnamon roll texture.
  • Crowd-Pleaser: Kids and adults alike can’t resist them.
  • Make-Ahead Friendly: Prep the night before and bake fresh in the morning.

📝 Oreo Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Servings: 12 rolls
Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 1 hour rise)
Bake Time: 25 minutes
Calories: ~390 per roll
Estimated Cost: $8–10

Ingredients

the dough:

  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt

the filling:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 15 Oreo cookies, crushed

the glaze:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk (more if needed)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 6 Oreo cookies, finely crushed (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Make the dough: In a bowl, whisk warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy. Stir in melted butter, eggs, flour, and salt. Knead until smooth (about 5–7 minutes). Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour.
  2. Prepare the filling: Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Crush Oreos and set aside.
  3. Roll it out: Roll dough into a large rectangle (about 14×18 inches). Spread the butter mixture evenly, then sprinkle with crushed Oreos.
  4. Shape rolls: Roll the dough into a log and slice into 12 rolls. Place in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise 30 minutes.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake 22–25 minutes, until golden brown.
  6. Make the glaze: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over warm rolls.
  7. Finish with Oreo magic: Sprinkle crushed Oreos on top before serving.

🍽 Tasty Twists

  • Extra Creamy: Add Oreo cream filling into the glaze for extra richness.
  • Cookies & Cream Explosion: Mix white chocolate chips into the filling.
  • Mini Rolls: Cut smaller rolls for bite-sized Oreo cinnamon roll bites.
  • Over-the-Top: Drizzle with hot fudge or caramel for bakery-style indulgence.
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🍪 Oreo Cinnamon Rolls Recipe Card

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: 360

Ingredients
  

For the Dough:
  • 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 packet 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup warm milk 110°F / 45°C
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 egg
For the Filling:
  • ½ cup crushed Oreos about 8 cookies
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter softened
For the Glaze:
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 –3 tbsp milk
  • 4 –5 crushed Oreos for mixing in and topping

Method
 

Make Dough:
  1. In a bowl, whisk warm milk, melted butter, sugar, yeast, and egg. Add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
Prepare Filling:
  1. Mix crushed Oreos, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
Roll Out Dough:
  1. Punch down risen dough and roll into a rectangle (about 12×18 inches). Spread softened butter evenly. Sprinkle Oreo-sugar mixture over butter.
Form Rolls:
  1. Roll dough tightly into a log and slice into 12 equal pieces. Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise 30 minutes.
Bake:
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
Make Glaze:
  1. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until creamy. Stir in crushed Oreos.
Frost & Serve:
  1. Spread Oreo glaze over warm rolls and sprinkle with extra Oreo crumbs.

Notes

For extra indulgence, add mini chocolate chips to the filling.
Make ahead: prepare the rolls the night before, refrigerate, and bake in the morning.
For a shortcut, use refrigerated crescent roll or cinnamon roll dough and just add the Oreo filling + glaze.
Serve warm — the glaze melts slightly into the rolls for the perfect gooey bite.

❓ You Asked, We Answered!

Can I use store-bought dough?

Yes! Crescent roll dough or pizza dough works for a shortcut version.

Can I make these ahead?

Absolutely—assemble the rolls, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Bake the next morning.

Do they reheat well?

Yes! Warm them in the microwave for 15–20 seconds or in the oven at 300°F for 5 minutes.

Can I freeze them?

Yes. Freeze baked rolls (without glaze), then thaw and glaze before serving.

🌟 Cookies & Cream Meets Classic Comfort

Oreo Cinnamon Rolls are soft, gooey, and stuffed with cookies-and-cream flavor in every bite. Whether you’re baking them for a holiday brunch or a sweet weekend treat, they’re guaranteed to disappear fast. One roll, and you’ll be hooked for life. 🍪✨

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