Monster Cookies
Monster Cookies are soft, chewy cookies packed with chocolate chips, oats, and peanut butter, perfect for kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 1/2 cups rolled oats
Mix-ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup M&M's (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until creamy and smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Ensure everything is well combined.
- Add baking soda and oats, and mix until incorporated.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and M&M's if you're using them until just mixed.
Baking
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to form mounds of dough and place them on your prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Don't overmix the batter to avoid tough cookies. Store properly in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For gluten-free, check variations.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
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