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Easy Monster Cookies

By Rachel
March 30, 2022

These easy monster cookies are chunky, chewy, and loaded with the perfect mix of sweet and salty. Peanut butter cookie dough base with oats, chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, and M&M’s mixed in! A classic favorite, these cookies can be as customizable as you want. They are also freezer friendly so I recommend making a double batch!

cookies laid on parchment paper
monster cookie dough

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Simply make the cookie dough according to the recipe, scoop even sized amounts of dough onto a sheet pan and place in the freezer until hard. Transfer the cookie dough to an airtight container or freezer bag labeled with the date, type of cookie, and baking instructions. Keep in your freezer stash for 6-8 months. Remove desired amount when needed, bake, and enjoy! You may even want to make a double batch!

fresh baked monster cookie on parchment paper with a glass of milk

TOOLS I USED FOR THIS RECIPE:

  • USA Pan Half Sheet Pan – my go-to sheet pans, these are truly non-stick and clean up nicely.
  • KitchenAid 6 Qt. Stand Mixer – I always recommend a stand mixer as it saves time and helps to keep baked goods consistent.
  • Rubber Spatula – a must for any home baker! Perfect for scrapping cookie dough out of the mixing bowl.
  • Portion Scoops – my go to for getting even sized cookies that bake perfectly each time!

Grocery List:

  • Butter
  • Granulated sugar
  • Brown sugar
  • Peanut butter
  • Vanilla extract
  • Eggs
  • All-purpose flour
  • Salt
  • Baking soda
  • Old fashioned oats
  • Chocolate chips
  • M&M’s
  • Peanuts
up close of m&m cookies with sea salt

Instructions:

  • Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper, set aside. In a small mixing bowl combine the flour, baking soda, and salt, stir to combine.
  • In the bowl of a hand or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment cream together butter and sugars until fluffy, 3-4 minutes. Add in the peanut butter and mix to combine. Add in the eggs, one at a time, and the vanilla. Scrape down the sides of the mixer bowl. Slowly add in the dry ingredients until fully incorporated.
  • Gently fold in the oats, chopped peanuts, chocolate chips, and M&M’s. Cover and chill dough for 30 minutes. After dough has chilled preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Use a portion scoop to scoop even sized scoops of cookie dough. Arrange 2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheet.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly, transfer to cooling rack and cool completely. These will keep in an airtight container for up to a week!
cookies layered on parchment paper

Loaded Monster Cookies

5 from 2 votes
Classic monster cookies loaded with oats, M&M's, chocolate chips, and peanuts!
Servings 24 Cookies
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Equipment

  • 1 oz. portion scoop, optional

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup Light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup Creamy peanut butter
  • 2 Eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup Chopped peanuts
  • 1 cup Semisweet mini chocolate chips
  • 1 cup M&M's candy

Instructions
 

  • Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper, set aside. In a small mixing bowl combine the flour, baking soda, and salt, stir to combine.
  • In the bowl of a hand or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment cream together butter and sugars until fluffy, 3-4 minutes. Add in the peanut butter and mix to combine. Add in the eggs, one at a time, and the vanilla. Scrape down the sides of the mixer bowl. Slowly add in the dry ingredients until fully incorporated.
  • Gently fold in the oats, chopped peanuts, chocolate chips, and M&M's. Cover and chill dough for 30 minutes. After dough has chilled preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Use a portion scoop to scoop even sized scoops of cookie dough. Arrange 2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheet.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly, transfer to cooling rack and cool completely. These will keep in an airtight container for up to a week!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 281kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 176mgPotassium: 147mgFiber: 2gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 261IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg
Author: The Hearty Life
Calories: 281kcal
Cost: $
Course: Dessert
Keyword: Cookies, Monster Cookies
easy monster cookie

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  1. You mentioned cornstarch in the recipe instructions… but amount not noted in ingredients. How much did you use. These cookies look yummmmy! Thanks

    1. Rachel Author says:

      I’m sorry, typo! There should not be any cornstarch in this recipe, I have adjusted. Thank you, hope you enjoy!

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