# Technicolored Cookie Desserts Just a Taste's Monster Cookies Recipe is Infused with M&M Candies By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-09-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monster-cookies References: [justataste](http://www.justataste.com/2014/08/monster-cookie-bars-recipe/) & [justataste](http://www.justataste.com) This Monster Cookies recipe from Just a Taste food blog is a long weekend treat that the whole family will enjoy. The tasty dessert idea is infused with sugar, [peanut butter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-reeses-pieces-cookie), chocolate chips and [M&M](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloweekend-cookies) ingredients that are guaranteed to satisfy one's sweet tooth. Whether hosting a kid's birthday party, a long weekend barbecue or a festive game night gathering, these treats are the perfect snack idea for any occasion. The dessert bites are tasty, easy to make and are a great way to involve the whole family in the baking process. This crunchy Monster Cookies recipe from Just a Taste blog is oven-baked and cut into triangular slices. Try it this coming Halloween holiday or bake the treat on Thanksgiving Day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Colorful Cookie Desserts:** Incorporating vibrant colors into traditional cookie recipes creates eye-catching treats, perfect for special occasions and celebrations. - **Family-friendly Baking:** Encouraging families to bake together fosters quality time and creates treasured memories while teaching valuable skills. - **Seasonal Monster Cookies:** Creating themed variations of the classic Monster Cookies recipe allows for festive treats that can be enjoyed during specific holidays. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Food businesses can capitalize on the trend of colorful cookie desserts by offering unique and visually appealing treats to attract customers. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment venues and event organizers can incorporate family-friendly baking activities as part of their offerings, providing a fun and interactive experience for attendees. - **Holiday and Seasonal:** Baking companies can create themed cookie recipes for different holidays, tapping into the market's demand for festive treats that align with specific occasions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Candy-Packed Snack Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookies-with-chocolate-mms-minis.md) - [Halloween Candy-Packed Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insomnia-cookies-halloween.md) - [Crunchy Peanut Butter Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanut-butter-munch-cookie.md) - [Munchie-Themed 4/20 Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crunchie-munchie-deluxe.md) - [Collaboration Candy Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mms-x-christina-tosi-crunchy-cookie.md) - [Supersized Candy-Studded Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-cookie.md) - [Christmasy Candy-Packed Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-magic-cookie.md) - [Halloween-Inspired Candy Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mms-mad-scientist-mix.md) - [Multisensorial Gourmet Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nerds-sugar-crush-cookie.md)