Description
These Cookie Monster Cookies are a fun and colorful treat that is perfect for any occasion! With a soft and chewy cookie base, loaded with blue candy, chocolate chips, and sprinkles, these cookies will bring out the childlike joy in everyone who tries them. Whether for a themed party or just for a fun baking day, these cookies are guaranteed to impress!
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Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup blue M&M’s or other blue candy pieces
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (optional, for extra sweetness)
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips (optional, for extra chocolate flavor)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Sheet
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this aside.
Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugars
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer or a whisk to cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until combined.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5: Add the Mix-Ins
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips, blue M&M’s, white chocolate chips, and mini chocolate chips (if using). Make sure everything is evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 6: Scoop and Bake the Cookies
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion the dough into balls, about 1 ½ inches in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Press a few extra M&M’s or chocolate chips onto the top of each cookie dough ball for extra color and appeal.
Step 7: Bake
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Don’t Overbake: For chewy cookies, make sure to remove them from the oven when the edges are golden but the center is still soft.
- Chill the Dough: If you want thicker cookies, chill the dough in the fridge for about 30 minutes before baking.
- Use Fun Mix-ins: Get creative by adding candy-coated chocolates, mini marshmallows, or even sprinkles for extra texture and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Cuisine: American