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Why I Love This Monster Cookie Recipe
How is it that we never tire of cookies!? Maybe I’m speaking for myself but cookies are always a good idea. Sad? Make cookies. Happy? Make cookies. Need a gift? Make cookies! Honestly, they are such a delicious treat with endless possibilities. Every time I think I’ve seen all the recipes I could possibly find, a whole new cookbook finds me! I feel like everyone loves monster cookies: peanut butter, oats, candy – what isn’t to love?!
As most of my cookies do, these freeze wonderfully – if you have any left to freeze!
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Serving & Storage
To serve – Serve at room temperature and do not be shy about the portion size. These are meant to be big, fun cookies, perfect for parties or after school snacks.
To store – Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Alternatively, freeze in layers with parchment between cookies for up to 2 months.
More Cookie Recipes You’ll Love
- Pecan Tassies
- Peppernuts
- Molasses Crinkle Cookies
- Brown Sugar Cookies
- Crunchy Peanut Cookies
- Fudgy Chip Cookies
- Spooky Finger Cookies
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Monster Cookies
Ingredients
- 8 tbsp (1 stick) unsalted butter room temperature
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 ½ cup peanut butter
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 4 cups rolled oats
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup miniature M&M candies
Instructions
- Cream the butter and sugars in the bowl of an electric mixer until light and fluffy, 3-5 minutes.8 tbsp (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1 cup light brown sugar, 1 cup granulated sugar
- With the mixer running on low, add eggs one at a time, letting each incorporate.3 large eggs
- Mix in vanilla extract and water.2 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tbsp water
- Mix in peanut butter.1 ½ cup peanut butter
- Add flour, baking soda, salt, and oats.½ cup all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking soda, ½ tsp kosher salt, 4 cups rolled oats
- Once mixed, stir in chocolate chips and M&M candies.¾ cup chocolate chips, 1 cup miniature M&M candies
- Using a cookie scoop, place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in preheated 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes. The edges will be golden and set with a soft center.
- Remove from oven and cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then finish cooling on a cooling rack for 10-15 minutes.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Did you make this? Leave a comment below!
Made these for a gathering for first responders & their families at our church. They turned out great. Thanks.
Monster cookies are always fun!
Thanks for this recipe! My new favourite. You are so great! Love your videos & you.
OMGosh ! these cookies are so good. I made the cookies just as on the video. Easy to make. P.S. I love to watch your video. You make baking so much fun!
What a sweet comment!! Thanks so much Ann, this is exactly why I do this!
These look delicious!
These look delicious. Defintely good idea for a rainy day.
Just made monster cookies yesterday, some very large, some regular size. I love them!