Christmas Monster Cookies Batch (Print-Friendly Version)

These festive Christmas monster cookies brim with flavors from chocolate, peanut butter, oats, and colorful candies, making them a standout for holiday parties or winter baking. Their chewy texture and vibrant appearance make them one to keep handy.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
07 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
08 - 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
09 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
10 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

→ Mix-ins and Toppings

11 - 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
12 - 1/2 cup red and green candy-coated chocolates
13 - 1 tablespoon Christmas-themed sprinkles

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and peanut butter together until smooth and combined.
03 - Incorporate granulated sugar and light brown sugar, beating the mixture until it becomes light and fluffy.
04 - Add the egg to the bowl and blend until fully integrated.
05 - Pour in the vanilla extract and mix until evenly distributed.
06 - In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt.
07 - Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture and quick-cooking oats to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
08 - Using a spatula, gently fold semi-sweet chocolate chips and red and green candy-coated chocolates into the dough.
09 - Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly, and top each cookie with Christmas-themed sprinkles.
10 - Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the edges are golden and centers are set.
11 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for several minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve once cooled.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal dough texture. Slightly underbake for chewier cookies.