No Bake Monster Cookies
These No Bake Monster Cookies are SO EASY! A chewy, colorful treat packed with peanut butter, oats, chocolate chips, and M&Ms—no oven needed.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Food Processor
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons butter softened
- 6 tablespoons sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 6 tablespoons quick cooking oats pulsed in food processor
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup quick cooking oats not pulsed in the food processor
- 10 tablespoons miniature M&Ms divided into 8 tablespoons and 2 tablespoons
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
No Bake Monster Cookies
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients and equipment. Make sure your butter is softened for easy mixing.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, sugar, brown sugar, and creamy peanut butter. Mix well until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the pulsed quick cooking oats, vanilla extract, and salt until everything is well combined. The mixture should be thick and sticky.
- Gently fold in the remaining quick cooking oats, 8 tablespoons of miniature M&Ms, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and heavy cream. Ensure everything is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Using a spatula or your hands, scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and shape them into balls or drop them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Once all cookies are formed, sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of M&Ms on top for decoration. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the cookies to set.
- After chilling, remove the cookies from the refrigerator. Serve them cold and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures!
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Freeze cookies in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to three months.
- Allow frozen cookies to thaw in the refrigerator before enjoying.