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Easy Gluten-Free Monster Cookies

Delightful, chewy monster cookies loaded with peanut butter, oats, and chocolate for a sweet treat that’s easy to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter Ensure it’s at room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup butter At room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup gluten-free oats If regular oats are used, ensure they’re gluten-free.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate candies Like M&M's.
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the peanut butter, butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, and beat for another minute until creamy.
  4. Mix in the gluten-free oats, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  5. Fold in the chocolate candies and chocolate chips gently.
  6. Scoop the dough into round balls, about 1½ tablespoons each, and place them on the baking sheet, spaced about 3 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain soft.
  2. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies are best enjoyed warm and can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For freezing, ensure they are fully cooled before packaging.