We bake a batch of cookies every week! Some of our other favorites are Andes Mint Cookies, Soft Banana Pudding Cookies and classic Snickerdoodles! Monster cookies are a fun and fantastic way to get all of your favorite cookie experiences in one. They’re a combination of your favorite Peanut Butter and M&M cookies, and Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies all rolled into one. With so much going on in every bite it’s a perfect blend of happiness.
What are monster cookies?
Personally, I think the best reason for calling these monster cookies is their massive size. They are monster-sized cookies for sure if you make large balls of dough! But another theory for the name is that monster cookies are a hybrid of a few other cookies rolled up in one. Sort of like Dr. Frankenstein’s monster, these cookies pull together bits and pieces of various recipes and make one unique creation.
What are monster cookies made of?
Monster cookies are made using a combination of basic brown sugar cookie dough, chocolate chips, peanut butter, oats, and M&Ms. Of course several other optional mix-ins can include shredded sweetened coconut, butterscotch chips, chopped peanuts, or even broken pretzel pieces for a salty/sweet combination!
How to make monster cookies
Who invented monster cookies?
Monster cookies were originally created in 1971 by Mr. Dick Wesley, a University of Michigan photographer. He was the father of 6 kids and constantly trying to find new ways to use up what they had on hand. His original recipe included candy coated chocolates (like M&Ms) as well as leftover jam that the kids weren’t eating fast enough. He also blended oats to create a flour base, instead of using actual flour. As you can see, the recipe has since been modified quite a bit as time went on. Most versions these days have abandoned the jam and oat flour base in favor of a mix of oats and all-purpose flour.
Can I use old fashioned oats instead of quick oats?
Yes, you can. Using them as-is will create chewy oats because they won’t fully cook and soften during the baking process. To use them and get them into a more enjoyable texture, I recommend placing the oats in a blender or a food processor (affiliate link) and then pulsing them a few times to chop them up into smaller pieces first.
Can I freeze monster cookies?
Yes, these cookies are great for freezing. Simply let the cookies cool completely and then place them in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 6 months. Remove a cookie and let it thaw on the counter for about 30 minutes before eating so that they aren’t rock solid.
More cookie recipes
Snickerdoodle Cookies Soft & Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies Chewy Brownie Cookies Molasses Cookies Andes Mint Cookies White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies Frosted Fruity Pebbles Cookies
Easy No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
Glazed Lemon Cookies
S’mores Cookies
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