Description
Get ready for some monstrously delicious fun with these Spooky Monster Halloween Cookies! They’re packed with delightful textures from chewy oats and melty chocolate chips, all brought together with the comforting flavor of peanut butter.
Ingredients
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
1.5 cups creamy peanut butter
3 large eggs
1 tbsp vanilla extract
4.5 cups rolled oats
2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup orange and green M&M’s
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup candy eyeball decorations
Instructions
Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and preparing your baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and both sugars until smooth.
Next, incorporate the peanut butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until everything is beautifully blended.
Stir in the rolled oats, baking soda, and salt to create your cookie dough.
Gently fold in the M&M’s and chocolate chips.
Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto your prepared baking sheets, ensuring they are spaced about two inches apart.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges turn a lovely golden brown.
While the cookies are still warm from the oven, carefully press the candy eyeballs into the tops, and then let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes
Using unsalted butter allows you to control the saltiness of your cookies. Make sure it’s softened to room temperature for easy creaming with the sugars.
This adds moisture and a lovely caramel-like flavor to your cookies, contributing to their chewy texture.
Works with the brown sugar to create that perfect balance of sweetness and a slightly crisp edge.
A smooth peanut butter will incorporate seamlessly into the dough, providing that irresistible nutty base.
These add a wonderful chewiness and a rustic, homemade feel to each cookie.
These vibrant candies add pops of festive Halloween color and a fun crunch.
These are the secret ingredient to turning ordinary cookies into charming, spooky monsters!
Feel free to swap the semi-sweet chocolate chips for milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips, or even a mix of your favorites.
If peanut allergies are a concern, you could try a sunflower seed butter or a smooth almond butter for a different nutty profile.
For an even more festive touch, consider adding a sprinkle of Halloween-themed edible glitter once the cookies have cooled slightly.
- Prep Time: Approximately 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 to 12 minutes per batch
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Protein: N/A