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Homemade Christmas monster cookies decorated with festive M&Ms and white chocolate chips.

Christmas Monster Cookies: A Festive Family Favorite


  • Author: Louisa
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Description

These festive Christmas Monster Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat, combining all your favorite cookie mix-ins in one delicious recipe. Loaded with oats, peanut butter, M&M’s, chocolate chips, and sprinkles, these soft and chewy cookies are perfect for cookie swaps, holiday parties, or just a cozy winter evening at home. Easy to make and endlessly customizable, these cookies bring joy in every bite!


Ingredients

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Base Ingredients:

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats

Mix-Ins:

  • 1 cup red and green M&M’s (holiday-themed)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup holiday sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven:

    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. Prepare Dough:

    • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter, butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
    • Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients:

    • In a separate bowl, mix the baking soda, salt, and oats. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until well combined.
  4. Add the Mix-Ins:

    • Fold in the M&M’s, chocolate chips, and sprinkles until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  5. Shape Cookies:

    • Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake:

    • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft.
    • Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Serve and Enjoy:

    • Serve these festive cookies warm or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.

Notes

  • These cookies can be made gluten-free by using certified gluten-free oats.
  • Swap out the mix-ins for your favorites, like white chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or chopped nuts.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 125mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

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