When someone tells you about a cookie shop that sells cookies the size of your hand, It’s hard not to be curious.
Sitting in Algebra 1, struggling to stay awake through my teacher's lecture on quadratic formulas, my friend slid her phone across the desk toward me. A massive cookie on the screen immediately grabbed my attention — I had to try.
The shop, KCookie, opened in Olathe in 2023 and has since expanded to another location in Overland Park. The store is known for its thick, homemade-like cookies — the kind you’d see in your grandma's kitchen — but bigger and better.
Last weekend, I made the roughly 30-minute drive to see if these cookies lived up to their reputation, eager to see what made KCookie different from any other cookie store.
Walking into KCookie, the shop's simple yet playful atmosphere stood out. A long display case stretches along the wall with 8 rotating weekly cookie flavors, as well as a gluten-free chocolate chip cookie option, making the menu inclusive and enjoyable for all guests.
In the corner of the store, you could see a bright pink photo backdrop that adds a fun element to the store — perfect for snapping pictures with your treats.
Out of their eight cookies listed, I decided to try three: Funfetti, Poppy Chow and Double Doodle Snickerdoodle. With each one looking yummy and irresistible, I was looking forward to seeing how their flavors and textures would compare.
FUNFETTI
As I was admiring all eight of the cookies in the display case, the Funfetti cookie quickly became the standout with its vibrant, rainbow sprinkles and fluffy, airy white icing.
Underneath the decorative toppings, the cookie itself was a nice tan color with golden brown edges. The cookie also stood at a roughly whopping two and a half inches tall which very much impressed me, as normal cookies usually lay flat or are less than a half of an inch tall.
Right as my teeth sunk into the cookie, I felt it was impressively thick and chewy, with the crisp edges giving it a satisfying texture.
That being said, I would have preferred a large, thinner cookie rather than a thick one. Although I understand some people might love a heavy cookie — for me personally, I found them to be extremely filling after only a few bites.
The vanilla flavor was sweet and simple — a little subtle. I would have preferred the flavor to be stronger, but the icing enhanced the cookie, making it even sweeter.
While the Funfetti wasn't my favorite of the three — as I would have rather just ate a funfetti cake mix, it was still a solid, delicious cookie.
POPPY CHOW
As I was looking at the name of this cookie I was a bit confused on why “Poppy” was spelled with an “O” instead of a “U”, since traditionally, it would be spelled puppy chow.
The cookie even had “Puppy Chow” bits on top, increasing my curiosity of its name even more. After looking on their website to see why they could've possibly named the cookie “Poppy Chow”, I was yet to find the answer.
The Poppy Chow cookie itself was golden brown, like the others, and topped with a dusting of powdered sugar, a drizzle of hot fudge and crunchy pieces of puppy chow. I thought the presentation of this cookie was extremely impressive with the choice of toppings, as it made me even more excited to taste it.
The cookie had a noticeable peanut butter flavor — a little strong for my taste. I wished there was a bit more chocolate to balance it out, but it was still enjoyable. The cookie itself was the exact same as the Funfetti. It was thick, chewy and satisfying, making each bite indulgent.
DOUBLE DOODLE SNICKERDOODLE
As I chose my final cookie, I couldn't help but to choose The Double Doodle Snickerdoodle. Its name itself immediately hooked me due to its playful rhyme and interesting take on a snickerdoodle cookie.
The cookie had a generous coating of cinnamon and sugar. This added a delightful taste to the sweet, gooey center of the cookie, creating a soft, satisfying contrast in texture.
Usually, I'm not a huge fan of snickerdoodle — as I felt it's always too sweet or not sweet enough. Instead, KCookies version of a snickerdoodle was outstanding. Flavorwise, the cinnamon was well-balanced without overpowering the sweetness of the cookie.
Of the three, the Double Doodle Snickerdoodle stood out as my favorite. It had the perfect balance of flavor and texture, with a soft cinnamon-spiced center that made the entire cookie tasty.
OUTRO
As I pulled out of the KCookie parking lot, I felt satisfied and happy with my visit. The cookies were easy to enjoy as well as a fun experience to get to have.
That being said, I thought $5.25 per cookie was a little much. I think they should bring their prices down, as it would make it more affordable and accessible for more customers.
The distance was also a bit of a drawback. At roughly 25 minutes from SM East, it made me wish the store were closer, as it would make it more convenient and accessible for the SM East community.
That being said, I loved how the cookies tasted homemade and special, as if they were fresh out of the oven. Unlike any other grocery store cookie, KCookie stood out with its fun and delectable flavors.
Whether you’re exploring the area or just looking for a special dessert, KCookie is the kind of spot that's fun to visit and impossible to leave empty-handed.
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