๐ Introduction
If youโre looking for a cookie recipe thatโs just as fun to look at as it is to eat, these Soft & Chewy Cookie Monster Cookies are the answer. Inspired by everyoneโs favorite blue, cookie-loving monster, these cookies are stuffed with chocolate chips, chocolate chunks, and crunchy cookies, then dyed a bright, vibrant blue.
Theyโre chewy, soft in the center, slightly crispy on the edges, and loaded with playful mix-ins like Oreos and chocolate chip cookies. Perfect for birthday parties, bake sales, movie nights, or just a fun baking project with kids, these cookies bring a smile with every bite.
๐งฐ Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls (large and medium)
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- Cooling rack
๐ Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 ยผ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ยฝ tsp baking powder
- ยฝ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- ยฝ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ยฝ cup granulated sugar
- ยพ cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Fun Mix-Ins & Color:
- Blue food coloring (gel recommended for vibrant color)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped Oreos
- 1 cup chopped chocolate chip cookies (like Chips Ahoy)
- Optional: mini cookies to press on top before baking
๐ฉโ๐ณ Directions
Step 1: Prep Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Set aside.
Step 2: Cream Butter & Sugars
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Add Eggs & Vanilla
- Beat in eggs one at a time.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
Step 4: Add Food Coloring
- Mix in blue food coloring until dough is bright Cookie Monster blue.
Step 5: Combine Dry & Wet
- Slowly mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
- Do not overmix.
Step 6: Add Mix-Ins
- Fold in chocolate chips, chopped Oreos, and chopped cookies.
Step 7: Chill Dough (Optional but Recommended)
- Refrigerate dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
Step 8: Bake
- Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Scoop dough into 2โ3 tbsp portions and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Press a mini cookie or extra Oreo piece on top for decoration.
- Bake 10โ12 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft.
Step 9: Cool & Serve
- Let cookies cool 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a cooling rack.
๐ฝ๏ธ Servings & Timing
- Servings: 18โ20 cookies
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Chill time: 30 minutes (optional)
- Bake time: 12 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour
๐ง Storage & Reheating
- Room Temperature: Store in airtight containers for 4โ5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze baked cookies up to 3 months or dough balls up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Warm cookies in microwave for 10โ15 seconds for fresh-from-oven texture.
๐ฅ Variations
- Extra Monster: Add mini chocolate chip cookies or mini Oreos on top after baking.
- Peanut Butter Twist: Swap some chocolate chips with peanut butter chips.
- Holiday Swap: Use red/green M&Ms for Christmas or pastel ones for Easter.
- Double Chocolate: Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder to the dough for a fudgy version.
- Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
โ 10 FAQs
- Do I have to chill the dough?
- No, but it helps prevent spreading and makes cookies thicker.
- What kind of food coloring works best?
- Gel food coloringโit gives vibrant color without adding too much liquid.
- Can I use store-bought cookies for the mix-ins?
- Yes! Oreos, Chips Ahoy, or any crunchy cookie works.
- Can I use butter substitutes?
- Yes, margarine works, but real butter gives the best flavor.
- Do I need both white and brown sugar?
- Yes, brown sugar adds chewiness and depth of flavor.
- Can I make these nut-free?
- Yes, just skip any nut-based add-ins and check labels.
- How do I keep cookies soft?
- Store with a slice of bread in the containerโit keeps them chewy.
- Can kids help make these?
- Absolutely! Kids love adding food coloring and pressing cookies on top.
- Do I need a mixer?
- A hand mixer or stand mixer is easiest, but you can mix by hand with effort.
- Can I double the recipe?
- Yes, this recipe doubles wellโgreat for parties or gifting.
๐ Conclusion
These Soft & Chewy Cookie Monster Cookies are playful, colorful, and absolutely delicious. With a chewy blue dough packed full of chocolate chips, Oreos, and chocolate chip cookies, theyโre the ultimate treat for cookie lovers of all ages.
Perfect for birthday parties, bake sales, or just a fun kitchen project, these cookies are as fun to bake as they are to eat. Make a batch today and watch them disappearโCookie Monster style!

Soft & Chewy Cookie Monster Cookies | Fun, Colorful & Delicious
Method
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix in blue food coloring until dough is bright Cookie Monster blue.
- Slowly mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
- Do not overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips, chopped Oreos, and chopped cookies.
- Refrigerate dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
- Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Scoop dough into 2โ3 tbsp portions and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Press a mini cookie or extra Oreo piece on top for decoration.
- Bake 10โ12 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft.
- Let cookies cool 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
These Soft & Chewy Cookie Monster Cookies are playful, colorful, and absolutely delicious. With a chewy blue dough packed full of chocolate chips, Oreos, and chocolate chip cookies, theyโre the ultimate treat for cookie lovers of all ages. Perfect for birthday parties, bake sales, or just a fun kitchen project, these cookies are as fun to bake as they are to eat. Make a batch today and watch them disappearโCookie Monster style!
