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Monster Cookies

These classic monster cookies are loaded with peanut butter, oats, chocolate chips, and M&M's for a chewy and delicious treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 13 minutes
Servings: 48
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups quick 1-minute oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 cups M&M's
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips regular-sized chocolate chips may be substituted; milk or dark is fine
  • 0.5 cup Heath Toffee Bits
  • 0.5 cup shredded coconut

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. To the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or to a large mixing bowl and handheld electric mixer, add the sugars, peanut butter, butter, vanilla, and beat on high-speed until smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  2. With the mixer running on low, add the eggs one at a time, beating for 30 seconds after each addition.
  3. Slowly add the quick cook 1-minute oats, flour, salt, and beat on medium-low speed until just combined. Stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  4. Add the M&M's, chocolate chips, toffee bits, shredded coconut, and beat until just combined.
  5. Using a medium cookie scoop, form approximately 2-tablespoon sized balls, place them on a large platter, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate the dough for 1 to 2 hours. Dough can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 4 months before baking. If baking directly from frozen, add a couple minutes to the baking time.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F. Place the cookie dough balls on a baking sheet lined with a Silpat liner or parchment paper (don't bake more than 8 to 12 per sheet). Bake for approximately 11 to 13 minutes, or until the cookies are done in your oven. Make sure not to overbake; pull the cookies when the edges are just set even if the centers appear a bit pale and glossy, as they will firm up as they cool.

Notes

These cookies are best enjoyed within a few days of baking or can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature. For longer storage, freeze baked cookies.