Cookie Monster / Chocolate Chip Cookies
Introduction
Do you want to add a splash of fun to your baking? These Cookie Monster chocolate chip cookies are not only colorful but also packed with flavor! They are perfect for kids and the young at heart. With a lovely mix of chocolate chips and crushed Oreos, you can’t go wrong. Let’s dive in and make these delightful treats!
Why Make This Recipe
Making Cookie Monster cookies is a great way to brighten up any day. They are super easy to whip up and bring smiles to everyone’s faces. Plus, who doesn’t love cookies that look like they are straight out of a cartoon? They are perfect for parties, gatherings, or just a cozy family night at home.
How to Make Cookie Monster / Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini Oreo cookies, crushed
- 1/4 cup blue food coloring (gel for best results)
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, combining just until mixed; do not overmix.
- Divide the dough in half. Add the blue food coloring to one half and mix until fully colored, leaving the other half plain.
- To the plain dough, gently fold in the chocolate chips and crushed mini Oreo cookies. You can also mix chocolate chips into the blue dough for extra yum!
- Drop heaping scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, optionally mixing both doughs for a fun marbled look.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden while the centers remain soft. Note that the blue dough may take a bit longer.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy those fun, colorful Cookie Monster chocolate chip cookies!
How to Serve Cookie Monster / Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies are perfect fresh out of the oven with a glass of milk! You can also serve them at parties or pack them for a sweet treat in lunchboxes. Kids will love them, and so will adults!
How to Store Cookie Monster / Chocolate Chip Cookies
Keep these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They can last for about a week, but trust me, they won’t last that long!
Tips to Make Cookie Monster / Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Make sure your butter is soft but not melted for the best texture.
- Don’t overmix the dough; this keeps your cookies soft.
- Experiment with other mix-ins like nuts or different candies for a unique twist!
Variation
Try adding different colors of food coloring for a fun twist! You can also swap out the mini Oreos for other favorite cookies or candies.
FAQs
1. Can I freeze these cookies?
Yes! You can freeze the dough or the baked cookies. Just make sure to store them in airtight bags or containers.
2. What if I don’t have blue food coloring?
No problem! You can leave it out for plain cookies, or use any color you like.
3. Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use margarine, but butter gives the best flavor and texture for cookies.
Now go ahead, get your ingredients ready, and bake some fun with these delicious Cookie Monster chocolate chip cookies! Enjoy!