Bake Up Some Nostalgia with Stranger Things Cookie Cutters and Themed Treats

Bring the Upside Down to Your Kitchen with Stranger Things Cookie Cutters

Stranger Things has captivated audiences since its release in 2016. The hit Netflix show combines sci-fi, horror, and 80s nostalgia into a binge-worthy series. Now in its fourth season, Stranger Things remains a pop culture phenomenon. Its unique story and lovable characters have inspired everything from Halloween costumes to themed merchandise. For fans who want to bring a piece of Hawkins into their kitchen, Stranger Things cookie cutters are a fun way to bake up some Demogorgon treats.

Make Surfer Boy Pizza Cookies

In Stranger Things season 4, Surfer Boy Pizza becomes the hottest new restaurant in Hawkins. The retro pizza joint, owned by jock-turned-rocker Eddie Munson, serves up delicious pizza slices with witty names like "The Meat Hook". Why not recreate the famous Surfer Boy Pizza at home with custom cookies? Using Stranger Things cookie cutters lets you transform basic sugar cookies into Surfer Boy Pizza slices complete with pepperoni and Eddie's hand-drawn logo.

To make the cookies, cut sugar cookie dough into rectangle shapes for the pizza crust. Use a circle cookie cutter to make "pepperoni" pieces and place them on top. For Eddie's hand-drawn Surfer Boy Pizza logo, print out the image and use it as a guide to decorate your cookies with decorative icing. With some red and yellow icing for sauce and cheese, you'll have delicious Surfer Boy Pizza cookies perfect for your next Stranger Things viewing party.

Demogorgon and Waffle Cookies

While Surfer Boy Pizza is exclusive to season 4, Stranger Things has featured iconic foods from throughout the series. The waffles loved by Eleven and Demogorgon monsters are fan-favorites to recreate with custom cookie cutters. Make waffle cookies by adding some brown sugar into vanilla dough to mimic the taste and appearance of Eggos. Use a waffle iron patterned cookie cutter to cut shapes before baking with a traditional oven or waffle maker for perfectly crispy "waffles".

For something sinister, bake up Demogorgon cookies to represent the monstrous creatures from the Upside Down. Use a detailed Demogorgon cookie cutter to transform gingerbread or sugar cookies into terrifying beasts. Decorate with white and red icing to mimic the look of the Demogorgon. Place a few waffle cookies nearby and transport your treats to Hawkins, Indiana.

Make Cookie Bars with Edible "Lights"

Stranger Things loves paying homage to 80s pop culture, from E.T. to horror classics. Another homage is the alphabet lights used to communicate with Will in the Upside Down. Use alphabet cookie cutters to recreate the lights and spell out messages on cookie bars or sugar cookies. Make the letters seem like they're flickering by adding a gradient of decoration from yellow to black icing.

For added fun, use gel icing pens in red, yellow, and green to draw "lights" around your Stranger Things cookies. Outline the cookies or make pattern designs reminiscent of the flashing bulbs seen throughout the series. It's a simple way to add festive decoration to your cookies that ties into the show's aesthetic.

Use Fondant for Detailed Cookie Decorations

To really showcase your Stranger Things fandom through baked goods, consider using fondant icing for in-depth cookie decorating. Fondant lets you mold and shape designs in a way that standard buttercream or icing cannot. Use fondant to recreate the faces of characters like Eleven, Dustin, or Steve in cookie form.

Knead fondant until soft and pliable. For characters, shape the fondant into balls to form the heads, then use toothpicks and edible coloring to add facial features. Use fondant accents to create clothing details like Dustin's hat or Max's shirt. If desired, use buttercream to decorate the hair and draw on any finishing touches. The result will be almost too cute (and tasty) to eat!

Throw a Stranger Things Viewing Party with Themed Treats

Stranger Things cookie cutters make it easy to bring some Upside Down flair to your baking. Making treats that tie into the show's iconic imagery and characters helps build excitement. Surprise guests at your viewing party with Demogorgon gingerbread cookies, waffle treats, and more.

And if you're hoping to have Stranger Things cookies ready in time for season 5, the options are endless. Use cookie cutters shaped like Vecna's hand, the grandfather clock from the Creel house, or other props for creative, show-inspired treats they'll devour!

FAQs

Where can I buy Stranger Things cookie cutters?

Stranger Things cookie cutters are available from various online retailers like Amazon, Etsy, eBay, and specialty baking supply stores. Many fans also use 3D printers to create their own custom Stranger Things cookie cutter designs.

What kinds of cookies work best with Stranger Things cutters?

The most popular cookies to use are sugar cookies or gingerbread cookies. The dense dough holds its shape nicely when cut into novelty shapes. You can also use chocolate chip cookies or peanut butter cookies.

How can I make an edible Demogorgon cookie?

Use a Demogorgon shaped cookie cutter to cut the shapes from gingerbread dough. Bake and let cool completely. Decorate using white and red royal icing to create the detailed monster face and add cookie teeth.

What are some good Stranger Things decorating ideas?

Some fun decorating ideas include using colored icing to create the alphabet Christmas lights or make the Surfer Boy Pizza logo. You can also decorate cookies to look like characters from the show.

Can I make Stranger Things Eggos?

Yes! Make waffle cookies by adding brown sugar to cookie dough. Use a waffle patterned cookie cutter before baking. You can even cook them in a mini waffle maker appliance for authentic Eggos.