Cookie Monster
Cookie Monster
Also known as: Monster Cookies
Overview
Cookie Monster is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain created by crossing Girl Scout Cookies with OG Kush. This strain emerged from the West Coast cannabis scene during the early-to-mid 2010s, when breeders were actively selecting heavier, more sedating expressions from Girl Scout Cookies progeny. The name began appearing on California and Pacific Northwest dispensary menus around that period, often marketed as a nighttime-leaning Cookie cut with thick resin and strong dessert aromatics. Its dense flowers, bold cookie aroma, and relaxing yet euphoric effects have led Cookie Monster to become increasingly popular among both recreational and medical cannabis users. This award-winning strain took first place at the 2014 Seattle Cannabis Cup, earning the title of Best U.S. Indica for the year. The strain combines the sweet dough-and-vanilla dessert notes and euphoric uplift from Girl Scout Cookies with the earthy, piney, and sedating qualities from its OG Kush ancestry, creating a well-balanced hybrid that leans heavily toward indica effects.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with insomnia
- Often used for stress management
- Users report help with anxiety
- May assist with appetite stimulation
- Users report relief from depression symptoms
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Cookie Monster grows into a medium-sized plant with an average flowering time of 8-9 weeks indoors, yielding around 600 grams per square meter. When grown indoors, plants reach 2-4 feet in height, while outdoor plants can grow over 4 feet tall with yields of 450-550 grams per plant. This strain is considered easy to grow, making it a great option for beginner growers. Cookie Monster is a hardy, easy-to-grow plant that can produce heavy harvests and may appeal to both rookie growers thanks to easy grow traits as well as veteran growers seeking high yields and high resilience to training. However, this strain has a strong scent, so indoor growers should set up good air filtration and odor-blocking systems for discretion. Plants thrive in Mediterranean-like climates with steady temperature and humidity control.