MONSTER COOKIES
Monster Cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips, peanut butter, and oats. Perfect for a sweet snack or dessert, these cookies are fun, flavorful, and easy to make for any occasion.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 2 cups M&M's candies
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Prepare Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Add Eggs & Vanilla
- Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients.
Add Mix-Ins
- Stir in oats, chocolate chips, and M&M's until evenly combined.
Shape Cookies
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Bake & Cool
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Dough can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the fridge.
- Variations: Add chopped nuts or substitute chocolate candies with peanut butter chips.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve as a snack, dessert, or pack in lunch boxes.
- Allergy-Friendly: Use gluten-free oats and flour to make a gluten-free version.
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.