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Monster Cookies

A classic paired down to a practical-sized batch and a twist that tames the sweetness.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 30 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup peanut butter
  • 1 tbsp white corn syrup
  • 1 tbsp vanilla
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 1/2 cups quick 1-minute oats
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup M&Ms
  • 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350F.
  2. In a large glass bowl, melt butter by running for 10-15 seconds then pausing microwave for 10 seconds. Do this a few times until it is melted (or at least totally softened).
  3. With a hand mixer, mixer butter and sugars together.
  4. Add peanut butter and corn syrup.
  5. Add eggs and vanilla and mix until just combined.
  6. With a spatula or wooden spoon, mix in salt, baking soda, and quick oats.
  7. Finally, mix in M&M and chocolate chips.
  8. Using a cookie scoop - scoop 12 dough balls onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment.
  9. Bake 12-15 minutes until they begin to turn golden brown. Remove from the oven and let sit until fully cooled (about 10-15 minutes).