Tasty & Cute Cookie Monster Donuts Recipe
In this post: The most delicious Cookie Monster donuts recipe out there! Get the full recipe below, along with tips and tricks to make these the cutest donuts ever!
Adorable Cookie Monster Donuts Recipe
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If you’re looking for a deliciously fun treat that’s sure to bring out the biggest smiles from your little ones, you’ve hit the jackpot with this Cookie Monster Donuts Recipe!
We’re not just making any old donuts; we’re creating the yummiest donuts inspired by everyone’s favorite blue muppet.
It’s safe to say that Cookie Monster has won our hearts with his googly eyes and his insatiable love for chocolate chips. It’s this loveable character that inspires these adorable Cookie Monster donuts, which not only look adorable but taste like a trip to the donut shop.
This is a fun recipe you can do with your kiddos, too! This easy-peasy donut recipe has been a hit in my home and is bound to be in yours, too. So tie those apron strings and prep your donut pan because we’re about to make some memories!
Let’s get right into it!
How to Make Cookie Monster Donuts
Below, find the best donuts your Sesame Street-loving kiddo will adore!
To make this easy to follow, I divided the following ingredients and instructions into three sections: donuts, icing, and decorations.
Makes 15 doughnuts
Donut ingredients:
- 1 C flour
- 1/3 C sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted sweet cream butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 C + 1 1/2 tbsp whole milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 C crushed Oreos
Vanilla doughnut icing ingredients:
- 4 C powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp clear corn syrup
- 1/2 C whole milk
- 1 tsp clear vanilla extract
- Blue gel food coloring
Decorating ingredients:
- 1 C crushed Oreos
1 container of large edible eyes
Donut Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and spray a doughnut baking pan with baking spray.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a small bowl, whisk together egg, milk, butter, and vanilla extract
Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until well combined
Mix in the crushed Oreos
Spoon batter into doughnut pan and bake for 10 minutes
Remove from oven and allow to cool for 6 minutes before removing and placing the doughnuts onto a wire rack
Repeat steps until all batter is used
Icing Instructions:
- Using a standing mixer, combine the powdered sugar, corn syrup, milk, and vanilla extract and mix on medium to high speed until smooth and thick
- Mix in a few drops of blue gel food coloring
Decorating Instructions:
- Place the doughnuts onto a wire rack placed on top of a larger cookie sheet
- Pour the glaze over the doughnuts
- Allow doughnuts to sit for 5 minutes
- Sprinkle crushed oreo’s onto the bottom right side of the doughnut
- Place 2 eyes on the top center of the doughnuts
- Allow doughnuts to completely dry before enjoying!
I love watching the kids as they decide just how much Oreo “crumbs” Cookie Monster deserves or where exactly his eyes should go.
Each donut becomes a little personality, a snapshot of your child’s creativity.
Cookie Monster Donuts
Ingredients
Donut Ingredients
- 1 C flour
- 1/3 C sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted sweet cream butter melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 C + 1 1/2 tbsp whole milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 C crushed oreos
Icing Ingredients
- 4 C powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp clear corn syrup
- 1/2 C whole milk
- 1 tsp clear vanilla extract
- blue gel food coloring
Decorating Ingredients
- 1 C crushed oreos
- 1 container of large edible eyes
Instructions
Donut Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degree’s and spray a doughnut baking pan with pam baking spray
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt
- In a small bowl, whisk together egg, milk, butter, and vanilla extract
- Combine the wet ingredients in with the dry ingredients and mix until well combined
- Mix in the crushed oreos
- Spoon batter into doughnut pan and bake for 10 minutes
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for 6 minutes before removing and placing the doughnuts onto a wire rack
- Repeat steps until all batter is used
Vanilla Icing Instructions
- Using a standing mixer, combine the powdered sugar, corn syrup, milk and vanilla extract and mix on medium to high speed until smooth and thick
- Mix in a few drops of blue gel food coloring
Decorating Instructions
- Place the doughnuts onto a wire rack placed on top of a larger cookie sheet
- Pour the glaze over the doughnuts
- Allow doughnuts to sit for 5 minutes
- Sprinkle crushed oreo’s onto the bottom right side of the doughnut
- Place 2 eyes on the top center of the doughnuts
- Allow doughnuts to completely dry before enjoying!
How to Make Baking a Learning Experience
Baking can be an excellent lesson in disguise, and this donut recipe is the perfect teacher. Here’s how to turn your kitchen into a classroom:
- Measuring: Teach them about fractions with measuring cups and spoons.
- Counting: Count eggs or spoonfuls of ingredients together.
- Following Instructions: Read the steps out loud and let them lead the way.
- Chemistry in Baking: Discuss how ingredients mix and change with heat.
- Colors and Design: Talk about color mixing and design with the decorating.
The best part? They won’t even realize they’re learning because they’ll be having too much fun!
Final Thoughts – Cookie Monster Donuts Recipe
And there you have it – a cookie sheet full of Cookie Monster donuts! I can’t wait to see the masterpieces your family creates. Don’t forget to snap a photo and tag me on social media (@morganwender)!
FAQs
Q: Can I use something other than Oreos for the mouth?
A: Absolutely! Any chocolate cookie will do. Feel free to get creative and use mini M&Ms for additional fun.
Q: How can I store leftover donuts?
A: Keep them in an airtight container to maintain freshness. They’ll stay tasty for your next-day treat.
Q: Any tips for younger children?
A: Safety first! Always supervise, especially with the oven and the use of a piping bag with heavy whipping cream or frosting. For the littlest ones, let them help with sprinkling blue sprinkles or placing the eyes.
Do you still have questions for me? Would you do anything differently? Share your stories or questions in the comments, or better yet, let’s see those Cookie Monster donuts! Oh, and if you enjoyed this post, make sure to subscribe to my newsletter for more yummy kid-friendly recipes!
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