Fluffy Oreo Cinnamon Rolls (Without the Cinnamon)

Ingredients

• 500 g all purpose flour
• 105 g granulated sugar
• 58 g unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 large eggs
• 240 ml whole milk
• 7 g active dry yeast
• 85 g heavy cream (for pouring before baking)
• 35 g Oreos (crushed)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 0.5 tsp cake batter extract (optional)
• 113 g unsalted butter (softened)
• 110 g light brown sugar
• 65 g Oreos (crunched)
• 4 oz cream cheese
• 113 g unsalted butter (softened)
• 350 g powdered sugar (add more or less depending on desired sweetness)
• 0.5 tsp salt

Steps

1. 1

   Warm the milk to about 100–110°F (37–43°C).

2. 2

   Stir in yeast and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

3. 3

   Once foamy add eggs, vanilla extract, cake batter extract if using and stir until well combined.

4. 4

   Add sugar, flour, and crushed Oreo cookies to wet mixture and mix until a shaggy consistency.

5. 5

   Add to stand mixer with dough hook attachment or light floured surface and knead for 3-4 minutes until dough is combined.

6. 6

   Gradually add the softened butter, one piece at a time, letting each piece incorporate before adding the next.

7. 7

   Mix for 10–15 minutes until the dough is smooth, shiny, and pulls away from the sides.

8. 8

   Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

9. 9

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

10. 10

    Roll the dough out into a rectangle.

11. 11

    Spread a layer of softened butter over the surface.

12. 12

    Add Oreo mixture and sprinkle over the surface until evenly coated.

13. 13

    Roll the dough tightly from the long side and slice into 8 big rolls or 12 rolls.

14. 14

    Arrange rolls in a greased baking dish.

15. 15

    Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes, until puffy.

16. 16

    Pour heavy cream over top of rolls right before baking.

17. 17

    Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown.

18. 18

    After baking, let cool slightly then top with icing, extra Oreo, and enjoy!

Notes

The cake batter extract is optional but adds a birthday cake-like depth to the dough. You can slice the log into 8 large rolls or 12 standard-sized rolls depending on preference.

Nutrition per serving

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