Best Monster Cookies Recipe
Monster cookies are a fun, customizable treat that combines oats, peanut butter, and a mix of chocolatey candies into one delicious cookie. Perfect for satisfying any sweet craving, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone!
Ingredients
- ▢ 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- ▢ 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- ▢ 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- ▢ 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter such as Jif
- ▢ 1 large egg
- ▢ 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ▢ 3/4 cup rolled oats
- ▢ 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ▢ 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- ▢ 1/4 teaspoon salt
- ▢ 3/4 cup chocolate chips
- ▢ 1 cup M&M's chocolate candies divided
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar for about 4 minutes, or until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the peanut butter, egg, and vanilla, and continue to beat for another minute.
- Fold in the oats, flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until just combined. Gently stir in the chocolate chips and 3/4 cup of M&M's, setting aside the remaining 1/4 cup for after baking.
- Cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, preheat the oven to 365°F. Scoop the dough onto a light-colored baking sheet, ensuring the cookies are spaced at least two inches apart.
- Bake for 9-10 minutes. Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately press the remaining 1/4 cup of M&M's into the tops of the warm cookies. Allow them to cool for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.