Cookie Monster Ice Cream is a vibrant blue, homemade no churn dessert loaded with Oreos and chocolate chip cookies. This easy recipe has a creamy vanilla base and comes together without an ice cream maker for the ultimate Sesame Street-inspired treat!
For more cookie desserts, try my Cookies and Cream Chocolate Poke Cake and Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies.
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No-Churn Cookie Monster Ice Cream
If you’ve got cookie cravings or just want something sweet and fun, this Cookie Monster Ice Cream is a must-try. It’s a nostalgic treat but now you get to enjoy it by the scoop with plenty of creamy vanilla goodness and a satisfying cookie crunch.
This is perfect for parties! Serve it for birthdays, baby showers, gender reveals, or anytime you want a delicious homemade dessert.
The best part? No experience needed. Whether you’re new to making ice cream or just want an easy dessert, this recipe comes together fast without any fancy equipment!
What is Cookie Monster Ice Cream?
Cookie Monster Ice Cream is a vibrant blue, no-churn vanilla ice cream mixed with crushed Oreos and chocolate chip cookies. It’s a nostalgic, creamy dessert inspired by Sesame Street’s Cookie Monster. Traditional versions use churned ice cream, but my easy recipe is a simple homemade variation without an ice cream maker.
Ingredients
- Heavy cream: this is one of the main ingredients for the ice cream mixture. Make sure it is super cold too!
- Condensed milk: The sweetness for this no-churn recipe comes from the can of condensed milk.
- Food coloring: Blue food coloring is necessary to achieve the familiar blue color we know and love from the famous Sesame Street character, Cookie Monster!
- Vanilla extract: this helps give the vanilla ice cream flavor as a base.
- Cookies: Grab your favorite store-bought cookies. Mine are Chips Ahoy cookies, and Oreos!
How to Make Cookie Monster Ice Cream
See recipe card for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
I start by adding the heavy whipping cream, blue food coloring, and vanilla extract to a large bowl (or the bowl of my stand mixer).
I whip everything on high speed until stiff peaks form, which usually takes 3 to 5 minutes.
If the color isn’t vibrant enough, I add a little more food coloring until it’s just right. Once the cream is whipped, I fold in the sweetened condensed milk until fully combined.
Next, I crush the Oreos and Chips Ahoy cookies in a large Ziploc bag using a rolling pin, leaving some chunks for crunch. I mix most of the crushed cookies into the ice cream mixture, saving a few to sprinkle on top.
Then I pour the mixture into a loaf pan, top it with the reserved cookies, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze for at least 5 hours. That’s it — no ice cream maker or experience needed!
Pro Tips
- Use cold heavy whipping cream. Cold cream whips faster and holds its shape better.
- Chill your mixing bowl. For best results, place the bowl in the fridge or freezer for 10–15 minutes before whipping.
- Add food coloring gradually. Start with a small amount and increase as needed to achieve your perfect vibrant blue.
- Crush cookies into chunks, not crumbs. This gives the ice cream the best creamy and crunchy texture in every bite.
- Fold gently. When adding the sweetened condensed milk and cookies, fold carefully to keep the whipped cream light and airy.
- Freeze for at least 5 hours. For a firmer scoop, freezing overnight is even better.
- Cover tightly. Use plastic wrap or an airtight container to prevent ice crystals from forming.
Storage
Store your Cookie Monster Ice Cream in the loaf pan covered tightly with plastic wrap or in an airtight container. For the best texture, enjoy within 2 weeks. If it becomes too firm or icy, let it sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before scooping. A quick stir can also help refresh the creamy texture.
Cookie Monster Ice Cream Recipe Variations
- Nutter Butters: Or swap in any peanut butter cookies you prefer.
- Edible cookie dough: Add small balls of store-bought edible cookie dough into the ice cream mixture.
- Chocolate chips: Stir in milk chocolate chips for extra sweetness and texture.
- Whipped cream: Top each scoop with a dollop of whipped cream when serving.
- Ice cream sandwiches: Skip mixing in the cookie pieces and instead sandwich the ice cream between Chips Ahoy cookies.
- Brownie chunks or brookies: Fold in small pieces of brownies or brookies for an extra fudgy bite that pairs perfectly with the creamy vanilla base.
FAQ
What is cookie monster ice cream flavor?
No, you don’t need an ice cream maker! This no-churn recipe uses whipped cream and sweetened condensed milk to create a smooth, creamy base.
What kind of food coloring should I use?
You can use gel or liquid food coloring. Gel tends to give a more vibrant blue without adding extra liquid to the mixture.
How long does homemade ice cream need to freeze?
Freeze for at least 5 hours, but overnight is best if you want a firmer texture that scoops easily.
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📖 Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy whipping cream very cold
- 2 tablespoons Vanilla Extract
- 1 -1 ½ teaspoons Blue food coloring
- 1 14 ounce can Sweetened Condensed milk
- 15 Chocolate chip cookies Chips Ahoy
- 15 Chocolate sandwich cookies Oreos
Instructions
- Add the heavy whipping cream, food coloring, and vanilla extract into a large bowl, or bowl of a stand mixer. Whip on high until stiff peaks form. This usually takes about 3-5 minutes of constant whisking.
- Add in more blue food coloring until you get your desired shade of blue. After stiff peaks are formed, pour in the sweetened condensed milk, and fold it into the cream until it is fully combined.
- Place the chips ahoy and oreos to a large Ziploc bag and use a rolling pin to crush them into small pieces.
- Mix most of the cookie pieces into the ice cream mixture (reserving some to sprinkle on top).
- Pour the cookie monster ice cream into a loaf pan and top with the remaining cookie pieces.
- Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 5 hours. Enjoy!
Gina says
My son sent me this recipe from your TikTok video and we made it!! It was amazing. Thanks for teaching me something new!
Tamara J. says
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Tammi says
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Toni says
Wow I did not know how easy it is to make homemade ice cream! We added peanut butter cookies too and it was delicious. This made my sons entire night. Thank you for sharing the recipe.
Tamara J. says
That sounds delicious! I'm glad you guys enjoyed it!
Toni says
Wow!
Troy says
Delicious