Paula Deen Monster Cookies Recipe
The Paula Deen Monster Cookies Recipe is the ultimate treat for anyone who loves a big, chewy and fun dessert. Learning how to make Paula Deen Monster Cookies is an exciting way to bake something that everyone will absolutely adore today.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup colorful candy-coated chocolate pieces
Instructions
Cream the Butter
- Preheat your oven to 180°C and line your baking sheets with parchment paper today. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and peanut butter together until creamy and very smooth today.
Mix the Sugars
- Add your brown sugar and white sugar into the butter mixture, beating until it is light and fluffy. This step creates the perfect, sweet base for your chewy and delicious cookie dough today.
Add Eggs and Vanilla
- Beat in the eggs one by one, then stir in the vanilla extract until everything is fully combined. Make sure to scrape the sides of the bowl so all ingredients are evenly mixed today.
Combine Dry Ingredients
- Stir in your baking soda and quick-cooking oats gradually until the dough is thick and very well combined. The oats give these cookies their signature texture, making them incredibly satisfying and hearty tonight.
Fold in Treats
- Gently fold your chocolate chips and candy-coated pieces into the thick dough using a large rubber spatula. These colorful additions make the cookies look like tiny, festive and absolutely delightful little monsters today.
Scoop and Bake
- Scoop large balls of dough onto your baking sheets, leaving enough space for them to spread out. Bake for about twelve minutes until the edges are golden, firm and perfectly crisp today.
Cool Completely
- Let your cookies cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before moving them to a rack. This helps them firm up and ensures every bite is perfectly chewy, soft and very delicious today.
Notes
Use high-quality creamy peanut butter for the smoothest, most consistent, and flavorful cookie dough texture today. If you want a salty kick, sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt on top before baking.
Swap the chocolate chips for white chocolate chips if you want a different, creamy and sweet twist. Make sure your eggs are at room temperature to ensure the dough mixes perfectly and stays consistent.
You can add a half cup of chopped nuts if you love a crunchy, nutty bite — and if that combination of chocolate, brown butter and toasted nuts excites you, these decadent chocolate cookies loaded with pecans and a rich and nutty depth make a wonderful companion bake to have on hand for the same cookie platter.
Always bake one tray at a time to ensure even airflow and perfect, golden-brown edges every time.