Introduction

These Cute Monster Sandwich Cookies are a fun and festive treat perfect for Halloween or any playful occasion. Using classic Chips Ahoy cookies filled with colorful, creamy frosting and topped with candy eyes, they’re sure to delight kids and adults alike.

The image shows a group of small, round chocolate chip cookie sandwiches arranged on a white marbled surface. Each sandwich has two light brown, textured chocolate chip cookies as the top and bottom layers, with a thick layer of smooth frosting in the middle. The frosting comes in two colors: bright orange and bright green, giving a bright contrast to the cookies. Each sandwich also has two small, round white candy eyes placed on the frosting, making them look playful and cute. The sandwiches are spread out with some closer to the camera and others farther back, creating depth in the image. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

36-40 Chips Ahoy Cookies (makes 18-20 sandwiches)
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Food coloring in Halloween colors
Candy eyes (vary the number per cookie for different monster looks)

Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until well combined. Mix in the vanilla extract and milk until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Step 2: Divide the frosting into separate bowls depending on how many colors you want. Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl and stir until the color is vibrant.
Step 3: Transfer each colored frosting into piping bags, either without a tip or with a plain round tip if you prefer.
Step 4: Match the Chips Ahoy cookies into pairs based on size and shape. Flip one cookie in each pair upside down to create a flat surface.
Step 5: Pipe or spread a generous dollop of colored frosting onto the flat side of the first cookie in each pair.
Step 6: Gently press the second cookie on top to form a sandwich, making sure the frosting is evenly spread between.
Step 7: While the frosting is still soft, press candy eyes into the sides so they peek out like little monster eyes. Feel free to create monsters with one eye, two eyes, or even three for extra fun.
Step 8: Allow the frosting to set before serving. This helps the eyes stay in place and the sandwiches hold together nicely.

Tips & Variations

Use gel food coloring for brighter, more vibrant frosting colors without thinning the frosting too much.
To make your monster cookies spookier, add edible markers or colored sugar sprinkles to the frosting before it sets.
Try mixing flavors by adding a teaspoon of peppermint or almond extract to the frosting for a different twist.
If you don’t have piping bags, a zip-top plastic bag with a small corner cut off works well for applying frosting.

Storage

Store the sandwich cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator if you’re not serving them right away. They will keep fresh for up to 3 days. When removing from the fridge, let them come to room temperature to avoid condensation that can cause candy eyes to run, especially in humid environments.

How to Serve

The image shows a stack of three cookie sandwiches, each made of two light brown chocolate chip cookies with colorful filling in between; the top sandwich has bright orange filling with two white candy eyes with black centers, the middle has bright green filling with similar candy eyes, and the bottom has light orange filling with candy eyes as well. The stack is placed on a white marbled surface with a blurred white plate holding more cookie sandwiches in the background. The texture of the cookies is slightly rough and crumbly, while the filling is smooth and thick. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other cookies besides Chips Ahoy?

Yes, you can substitute any sturdy, round cookies that can hold a sandwich filling. Just match pairs of similar size and shape to keep the sandwich stable.

How do I make the frosting stiffer so the eyes stay in place better?

Reduce the milk slightly or add more powdered sugar to thicken the frosting. This will help it hold its shape and keep the candy eyes securely in place.

Cute Monster Sandwich Cookies Recipe

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These Cute Monster Sandwich Cookies are a fun and festive Halloween treat made by sandwiching colorful, fluffy frosting between pairs of Chips Ahoy cookies. Decorated with candy eyes for a playful monster look, these cookies are perfect for parties or a sweet seasonal snack.

Author: Dylan
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 18–20 sandwich cookies 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

Cookies

36–40 Chips Ahoy Cookies (to make 18–20 sandwiches)

Frosting

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
2–3 Tbsp milk or heavy cream
2 tsp vanilla extract
Food coloring in Halloween colors (orange, green, purple, etc.)

Decorations

Candy eyes (quantity as desired per cookie for 1-3 eyes per monster)

Instructions

Make the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Then add vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream, mixing until the frosting is light and fluffy. If the frosting is too thick, add the additional tablespoon of milk or cream as needed.
Divide and color the frosting: Separate the frosting evenly into several small bowls, one for each color. Add a few drops of food coloring into each bowl and mix until the colors are vibrant and fully incorporated.
Prepare piping bags: Transfer each colored frosting into piping bags fitted with no tip or a plain round tip, or you can simply use a spoon to spread the frosting.
Pair up the cookies: Match the Chips Ahoy cookies into pairs based on size and shape to ensure even sandwich cookies. Flip one cookie from each pair upside down to create a flat surface for the frosting.
Assemble the sandwiches: Pipe or spread a generous dollop of colored frosting onto the flat side of the cookie. Gently press the matched second cookie on top to form a sandwich.
Decorate with candy eyes: While the frosting is still soft, press candy eyes into the edges so they stick out, creating a cute monster appearance. Use as many eyes as you like per sandwich—from one cyclops eye to three eyes for extra spookiness.
Let set and store: Allow the frosting to set at room temperature. Store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator if not eating within a day or two. Note: In humid climates, condensation from refrigeration may cause some candy eyes’ color to run upon warming up.

Notes

You can vary the number of candy eyes per monster for creative fun.
If frosting is too thick, add milk or cream a teaspoon at a time to reach desired consistency.
Use different Halloween-themed food colors for a more festive look.
Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness, especially if refrigerated.
Let cookies sit at room temperature after refrigeration to reduce condensation issues on candy eyes.

Keywords: Halloween cookies, sandwich cookies, monster cookies, Chips Ahoy, candy eyes, festive desserts