Cookie Monster Cookies Recipe – Easy, Fun & Colorful Treat

Every Halloween, my kitchen turns into a cookie lab — flour on the counter, candy eyeballs rolling away, and blue dough under my fingernails. These Cookie Monster Cookies bring so much joy. They’re colorful, soft, loaded with mix-ins, and wildly easy to make with a sugar cookie mix. If you’re hunting for an easy Cookie Monster Cookies recipe with cookie mix, this one’s your go-to.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Simple pantry and store-bought favorites make these cookies easy:

• 1 bag (17.5 oz) sugar cookie mix
• 1/2 cup salted butter, softened
• 1 large egg
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• Blue gel food coloring
• 1/2 cup mini Oreos, halved
• 1/2 cup mini Chips Ahoy!, halved
• 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 32 large candy eyeballs

How to Make Cookie Monster Cookies

Step 1 – Prepare the Dough

First, preheat your oven according to the sugar cookie mix package instructions. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, mix the cookie mix, softened butter, egg, and vanilla. The dough should come together easily. Then, squeeze in the blue gel food coloring and stir until the color is bright and even.

Step 2 – Add Mix-Ins

Now comes the fun part. Fold in the halved mini Oreos, halved mini Chips Ahoy!, and both types of chocolate chips. Save a few pieces for topping later if you want that bakery-style look.

Step 3 – Shape and Bake

Scoop about 3 tablespoons of dough for each cookie. Roll them into balls and place them on the lined sheets, spacing them a couple of inches apart.

Bake for 13 to 16 minutes. You want the edges set and just lightly golden, but the centers should still look soft.

Step 4 – Decorate with Candy Eyes

As soon as the cookies come out of the oven, gently press the candy eyeballs into the tops while the cookies are still warm. Let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer to wire racks.

Variations and Fun Twists

Want to get creative? Try these:

• Swap in homemade cookie dough if you prefer scratch-made
• Use regular Oreos and Chips Ahoy! (chopped)
• Play with flavors: milk, dark, or peanut butter chips all work
• Try a cake mix base instead of cookie dough for a fluffier texture
• Stuff a surprise inside: press a mini Oreo or chocolate chunk into each dough ball before baking

Tips for Perfect Cookie Monster Cookies

• Don’t overbake — soft centers are key
• Use gel food coloring for that vivid blue without thinning the dough
• Press eyes while the cookies are still warm; if they cool too fast, use a bit of melted chocolate to glue them on
• If cookies spread unevenly, reshape them with a spoon right after baking
• Reserve a few mix-ins for pressing on top before baking for that bakery finish

How to Store Cookie Monster Cookies

To keep them fresh:

• At room temp: Store in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. Use parchment between layers to avoid sticking.
• Freezer: Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months. Let them thaw at room temp or rewarm in a 300°F oven for a few minutes.

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More Such Recipes

Planning a full Halloween dessert table? Pair these with Spiced Pumpkin Cookies perfect for fall-themed dessert tables, or add Halloween Spiderweb Brownies to pair with your Cookie Monster treats.
For a cozy twist, try Soft Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies with a chewy bite or Easy Cinnamon Apple Cake as a cozy, sweet companion.

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Final Thoughts

These Cookie Monster Cookies are made for giggles, parties, and that first bite when the cookie is still a little warm and the chocolate is gooey. Kids love them. Grown-ups love them too, especially when they appear on a dessert tray next to something cozy like cinnamon apple cake.

Make a batch today and bring Cookie Monster to life in your kitchen! You can also follow along for more fun treats on Pinterest or over on Facebook.