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Soft & Chewy Cookie Monster Cookies | Fun, Colorful & Delicious

If you’re looking for a cookie recipe that’s just as fun to look at as it is to eat, these Soft & Chewy Cookie Monster Cookies are the answer. Inspired by everyone’s favorite blue, cookie-loving monster, these cookies are stuffed with chocolate chips, chocolate chunks, and crunchy cookies, then dyed a bright, vibrant blue. They’re 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.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
bake & Chill Time 42 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes
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Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients:
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ 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
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Equipment

  • 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

Method
 

Step 1: Prep Dry Ingredients
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Set aside.
Step 2: Cream Butter & Sugars
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Add Eggs & Vanilla
  1. Beat in eggs one at a time.
  2. Stir in vanilla extract.
Step 4: Add Food Coloring
  1. Mix in blue food coloring until dough is bright Cookie Monster blue.
Step 5: Combine Dry & Wet
  1. Slowly mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
  2. Do not overmix.
Step 6: Add Mix-Ins
  1. Fold in chocolate chips, chopped Oreos, and chopped cookies.
Step 7: Chill Dough (Optional but Recommended)
  1. Refrigerate dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
Step 8: Bake
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Scoop dough into 2–3 tbsp portions and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Press a mini cookie or extra Oreo piece on top for decoration.
  4. Bake 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft.
Step 9: Cool & Serve
  1. Let cookies cool 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Room Temperature: Store in airtight containers for 4–5 days.
Freezer: Freeze baked cookies up to 3 months or dough balls up to 2 months.
Reheating: Warm cookies in microwave for 10–15 seconds for fresh-from-oven texture.
🥄 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.
❓ 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 coloring—it 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 container—it 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 well—great for parties or gifting.
🏁 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, they’re 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 disappear—Cookie Monster style!