Christmas Monster Cookies
Soft, chewy, and loaded with red and green M&M’s, these Christmas Monster Cookies are the ultimate festive treat. Perfect for cookie swaps, holiday gifts, and cozy winter baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes (including chill time)
- Yield: 18–20 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (like Jif or Skippy)
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup red and green holiday M&M’s (reserve 1/4 cup for topping)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar for about 4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Beat for 1 more minute until well combined.
- Fold in oats, flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix just until combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips and 3/4 cup of M&M’s, reserving 1/4 cup for topping.
- Cover the dough and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 365°F (185°C). Scoop dough onto a light-colored baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9–10 minutes until edges are set but centers appear slightly underbaked.
- Remove from oven and immediately press remaining M&M’s into the tops of the cookies.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5–10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Do not overbake—cookies should remain soft and chewy in the center.
- Chilling the dough helps prevent spreading during baking.
- Use creamy peanut butter (not natural) for best texture.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Customize with white chocolate chips, crushed peppermint, or sprinkles for variety.
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