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Cookie Monster Cookies are vibrant blue, fun-filled treats inspired by the beloved Sesame Street character. Packed with white chocolate chips, chopped Chips Ahoy cookies, and crushed Oreos, these soft and chewy cookies are a hit with kids and adults alike. Perfect for parties, school events, or simply indulging your inner cookie monster, these cookies are as delightful as they are delicious.
Why You'll Love These
These cookies are fun, flavorful, and easy to make. With their playful blue color and mix of cookies and chocolate, they’re perfect for entertaining or a sweet treat any day of the week. Kids will love the Cookie Monster theme, and the combination of soft texture, chewy centers, and crunchy mix-ins makes them irresistible for all ages.
Key Ingredients
- Flour: All-purpose flour provides the structure for the cookies.
- Cornstarch: Ensures a soft, chewy texture.
- Butter: Unsalted, softened butter adds richness to the dough.
- Sugars: A combination of brown and granulated sugar for sweetness and chewiness.
- Eggs: Room temperature eggs help bind the dough.
- Gel Food Coloring: Royal blue, electric blue, and violet for that perfect Cookie Monster shade.
- Mix-ins: White chocolate chips, chopped Chips Ahoy cookies, and crushed Oreos for texture and flavor.
How to Make Them
- Prepare the Dough
- Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and gel food coloring. Gradually mix in dry ingredients (flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt) until a thick dough forms.
- Add the Mix-ins
- Fold in white chocolate chips, chopped Chips Ahoy cookies, and crushed Oreos. Mix by hand to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Shape and Bake
- Form 2-tablespoon-sized dough balls, pressing extra mix-ins onto the outside for a decorative finish. Place on a lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, removing before edges brown for a soft texture.
- Cool
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve and enjoy!
Expert Tips
Weigh your flour or measure it carefully to avoid dry cookies. Use gel food coloring to achieve a deep blue hue, as liquid coloring won't provide the same intensity. For even baking, bake one cookie sheet at a time. Add candy eyeballs to enhance the Cookie Monster theme, or try filling the cookies with a chunk of chocolate for an extra indulgent surprise.
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Variations and Substitutions
- Cookie Options: Swap Chips Ahoy with homemade cookies or use different flavors like peanut butter.
- Chocolate Chips: Use a mix of white, milk, or semi-sweet chocolate chips for variety.
- Candy Eyeballs: Add candy eyes for a fun, monster-inspired look.
- Stuffed Cookies: Wrap dough around a chocolate bar piece for a gooey center.
Storing and Freezing
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or 5 days in the fridge. Freeze the dough for up to 3 months; thaw completely before shaping and baking. For convenience, bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What makes them blue?
Mix of royal blue, electric blue and violet gel colors.
- → Why add cornstarch?
Makes cookies softer and chewier.
- → Can I use liquid food coloring?
Gel colors work best for deep blue color.
- → Why press toppings on outside?
Creates better appearance and texture.
- → How do I store them?
Airtight container at room temp up to 5 days.