Get ready to spark some serious joy in your kitchen with these Cookie Monster Cookies! Bursting with the whimsy of blue dough, a riot of chocolate chips, crunchy cookie bits, Oreos, and those signature candy eyeballs, this playful treat brings Sesame Street nostalgia straight to your table. Whether you’re baking for a party, a bake sale, or just because, Cookie Monster Cookies are the kind of irresistible creation that promises instant smiles and lasting memories.
Ingredients You’ll Need
The magic behind Cookie Monster Cookies comes from a handful of easy-to-find ingredients that work together to create knockout flavor, color, and texture. Every item on this list adds something special—whether that’s softness, chewiness, or a pop of fun blue color!
- Unsalted butter (1 cup, softened): Gives your cookies a rich, melt-in-your-mouth base and helps everything hold together.
- Brown sugar (3/4 cup): Adds deep caramel notes and keeps the cookies chewy.
- Granulated sugar (1/2 cup): Contributes sweetness and just the right crispness around the edges.
- Large eggs (2): Bind the dough and provide moisture for soft, pillowy cookies.
- Vanilla extract (1 tablespoon): Balances the flavors with a comforting aroma that just says “homemade.”
- Blue gel food coloring (to desired shade): The true star for that iconic Cookie Monster blue—gel works best for bold hues without thinning your dough.
- All-purpose flour (2 1/2 cups): The sturdy foundation of every good cookie, ensuring the right structure and lift.
- Baking soda (1 teaspoon): Helps the cookies spread just enough and become tender.
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon): A little salt sharpens all the other flavors.
- Mini chocolate chips (1 cup): Tiny pockets of melty chocolate in every bite.
- Crushed chocolate chip cookies, such as Chips Ahoy (1 cup): Adds an extra layer of crunch and pure cookie intensity.
- Mini Oreos or crushed Oreos (1/2 cup): A Cookies and Cream twist that makes these cookies extra special.
- Candy eyeballs (for decoration): The finishing touch that brings every Cookie Monster Cookies batch to life!
How to Make Cookie Monster Cookies
Step 1: Prep the Oven and Baking Sheet
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. This ensures your cookies bake evenly and lift off the sheet with zero sticking, giving you those perfect, bakery-style bottoms.
Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugars
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. You’ll want to mix until the blend becomes light and fluffy—this is what gives Cookie Monster Cookies their signature soft, chewy texture.
Step 3: Add Eggs, Vanilla, and Food Coloring
Mix in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract for warmth and depth. Here comes the fun part—add blue gel food coloring gradually, mixing until you reach that outrageously vibrant blue that Cookie Monster would envy!
Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. This quick step means you’ll have the perfect distribution of leavening and ensures your cookies puff beautifully.
Step 5: Make the Dough
Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring or beating just until everything is combined. Over-mixing leads to tough cookies, so go gentle here—it’s okay if there are a few flour streaks left before the add-ins!
Step 6: Fold in All the Goodies
With a spatula or wooden spoon, fold in mini chocolate chips, crushed chocolate chip cookies, and Oreos. Each mix-in ensures every Cookie Monster Cookies bite is loaded with chocolate, crunch, and surprise.
Step 7: Shape and Decorate
Scoop generous 2–3 tablespoon portions of dough and roll into balls. Place them on your prepared baking sheet, leaving plenty of space so they can spread. Now, gently press one or two candy eyeballs into the top of each cookie—it’s okay if they look a little silly. That’s the magic!
Step 8: Bake and Cool
Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are just set and the centers look slightly underdone. This is where the chewy perfection comes from! Let your cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool fully.
How to Serve Cookie Monster Cookies
Garnishes
The beauty of Cookie Monster Cookies lies in their playful look, but a little extra flourish never hurts. Dust a few with powdered sugar, scatter sprinkles on top before baking, or add an extra pair of candy eyes for a double-take effect. A drizzle of melted white chocolate looks positively dreamy, too.
Side Dishes
Nothing beats serving these cookies with a tall glass of cold milk, but they’re also amazing with classic vanilla ice cream or milkshakes. If you want to go all out, pair with a platter of fresh fruit or chocolate-dipped strawberries for a fun, party-friendly spread.
Creative Ways to Present
For a showstopping dessert table, pile Cookie Monster Cookies in a bright blue basket lined with parchment. Or, serve individually in clear treat bags tied with blue ribbons for party favors. At kids’ parties, nestle cookies in cupcake liners atop a tray for easy grabbing. They’re also adorable stacked sky-high with an extra sprinkle of candy eyeballs peeking out!
Make Ahead and Storage
Storing Leftovers
Once cooled, keep Cookie Monster Cookies fresh and chewy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. Tuck a slice of bread in with them to help ward off staleness—the cookies absorb the moisture, staying tender even days later.
Freezing
Cookie Monster Cookies freeze beautifully. After baking and cooling, pop them in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to two months. You can also freeze the raw dough balls (without the eyes), then bake from frozen, adding the eyeballs in the last few minutes to prevent melting.
Reheating
If you love a warm, gooey cookie, reheat leftover Cookie Monster Cookies in the microwave for about 10 seconds. For larger batches, place them on a baking sheet in a 300°F oven for 3–5 minutes to refresh that just-baked magic.
FAQs
Can I use liquid food coloring instead of gel?
While liquid food coloring works in a pinch, gel food coloring gives you that super-bold blue with only a few drops and won’t thin out your dough. It’s worth picking up for the best Cookie Monster Cookies experience!
What can I use instead of candy eyeballs?
If you run out of candy eyeballs, you can use small chocolate chips, white chocolate chips dotted with black icing, or mini marshmallows with a dot of melted chocolate—anything that gives your Cookie Monster Cookies a cheerful face.
Why should I crush the cookies and Oreos instead of adding whole?
Crushing the cookies and Oreos ensures every bite has a mix of textures and flavors. Big chunks can make the dough hard to work with and overcrowd some cookies, so a rough chop or crumble is the sweet spot for even distribution.
How do I keep Cookie Monster Cookies blue after baking?
The secret to vibrant blue cookies is using gel food coloring and baking just until set. Overbaking can dull the colors. If your dough looks bright blue before baking, your cookies will come out looking bold and beautiful!
Can I make these cookies gluten-free?
Absolutely! Swap the all-purpose flour for a 1:1 gluten-free baking mix and be sure to use gluten-free cookies/Oreos for mix-ins. The rest of the recipe stays the same, giving everyone a chance to enjoy delicious Cookie Monster Cookies.
Final Thoughts
There’s something wildly joyful about baking (and eating) Cookie Monster Cookies, whether you’re young or simply young at heart. These cookies are bold, fun, and downright delicious—perfect for parties or anytime treats. Make a batch and watch even the most serious grown-ups break into a smile!
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Cookie Monster Cookies Recipe
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Cookie Monster Cookies are a fun and whimsical treat that kids and adults will love. With a delicious blend of chocolate chip cookies, mini Oreos, and candy eyeballs, these blue cookies are as adorable as they are tasty.
Ingredients
Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Blue gel food coloring (to desired shade)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 cup crushed chocolate chip cookies (such as Chips Ahoy)
- 1/2 cup mini Oreos or crushed Oreos
- Candy eyeballs for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugars: Cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and flavorings: Add the eggs one at a time, mix well, then stir in the vanilla extract and blue food coloring.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Stir in mix-ins: Fold in the mini chocolate chips, crushed cookies, and Oreos.
- Form and bake: Scoop portions of dough, roll into balls, place on baking sheet, press candy eyeballs on top, and bake for 10–12 minutes.
- Cool and enjoy: Let cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra fun, add chunks of your favorite cookies or white chocolate chips.
- Use gel food coloring for the most vibrant blue.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 115 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
