easy monster cookies
A chewy monster cookie loaded with peanut butter, chocolate chips, oats and M&M's for a fun, crowd-pleasing treat.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 0.75 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3.5 cups quick cook oats
- 2 teaspoon baking soda
- 11 ounce semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 10 ounce M&M's mini chocolate baking bits
- 0.75 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter with sugars until creamy. Add peanut butter and beat well.
- Add eggs and vanilla; beat until combined. Stir in flour, oats, and baking soda until just blended.
- Fold in chocolate chips and candy bits.
- Drop dough by 2 tablespoon portions onto prepared sheets. Bake 12 to 15 minutes until lightly browned. Cool on the pan briefly, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Notes
These monster cookies stay chewy and are perfect for bake sales, after school snacks, or potlucks.