Monster Cookie Recipe

Monster Cookies are a delightful blend of chewy oats, creamy peanut butter, and bursts of chocolatey goodness from M&M’s and chocolate chips. These cookies are perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth and are loved by kids and adults alike. Whether you’re baking for a party, a bake sale, or just a cozy afternoon treat, Monster Cookies are sure to be a hit!

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 4 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup M&M’s candies (plain or peanut variety)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2. Cream Butter, Peanut Butter, and Sugars:
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
   • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined. Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda and old-fashioned oats.
5. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Add Chocolate Chips and M&M’s:
   • Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and M&M’s candies until evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
7. Form Dough Balls:
   • Using a cookie scoop or a spoon, scoop out portions of dough and roll into balls, about 2 tablespoons each. Place them onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie for spreading.
8. Bake Cookies:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. The cookies will appear slightly underdone but will continue to firm up as they cool.
9. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
10. Enjoy Your Monster Cookies:
    • Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They can also be frozen for longer storage.

Tips:

• Customize your Monster Cookies by using different types of M&M’s or adding chopped nuts if desired.
• Ensure your butter is softened but not melted for best results in creaming with the sugars.
• These cookies are great for parties, bake sales, or as a special treat any time!

These Monster Cookies are irresistibly chewy, loaded with texture, and packed with flavor. Bake up a batch today and watch them disappear!