Description
These Monster Cookies are a deliciously chewy and colorful treat packed with peanut butter, oats, chocolate chips, and M&M’s. Perfectly soft with a hint of crisp edges, these classic American dessert cookies bring together a delightful mix of textures and flavors for an irresistible snack or dessert.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Add-Ins
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup M&M’s
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter, softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating the base of the cookie dough.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix well until fully combined, adding moisture and flavor to the dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Stir in baking soda and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
- Combine Oats and Flour: Gradually add the old-fashioned oats and all-purpose flour, mixing until just incorporated to form the cookie dough.
- Fold in Add-Ins: Gently fold in chocolate chips, M&M’s, and mini chocolate chips if using, to distribute these treats evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop Dough: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, portion the dough into 2-tablespoon sized scoops and place them on prepared baking sheets spaced about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges turn lightly golden and the centers are just set, ensuring soft and chewy cookies.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, helping them firm up while retaining a chewy center.
Notes
- You can customize these cookies by adding chopped nuts, butterscotch chips, or peanut butter chips for extra flavor and texture.
- For softer cookies, slightly underbake them and store in an airtight container to maintain moisture.
