Marry This Pioneer Woman Monster Cookies Recipe is a soft and chewy recipe, which is made with oats, M&M’s, and peanut butter. It’s the perfect sweet treat, ready in about 30 minutes.
Jump to RecipePioneer Woman Monster Cookies Recipe Ingredients
- 2 sticks (1 cup) salted butter, softened
- ½ c. white sugar
- 1 ½ c. brown sugar, packed
- 2 whole large eggs
- 1 tbsp. vanilla extract
- 1 ½ c. all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp. baking soda
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 ½ c. oats (either quick or regular)
- ½ c. M&M’s (more to taste)
- ½ c. pecans, chopped (more to taste)
- ¾ c. chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet)
- ½ c. peanut butter chips
- 2 ¼ c. Rice Krispies cereal
How To Make Pioneer Woman Monster Cookies
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In the bowl of a stand mixer or a large bowl with a hand mixer, cream the softened butter with the white and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and kosher salt.
- Mix the Dough: With the mixer on low, gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing only until just combined.
- Fold in Mix-ins: Using a spatula, fold in the oats, M&M’s, chopped pecans, chocolate chips, and peanut butter chips.
- Add Cereal: Gently stir in the Rice Krispies last, being careful not to crush them too much.
- Scoop and Bake: Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
- Cool the Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2–3 minutes to set up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Recipe Tips
- How do you keep the cookies chewy? The most important step is not to overmix the dough after you add the flour. Mix only until the flour streaks disappear. Overmixing develops gluten and results in a tougher, cakier cookie.
- How do I keep the cookies from breaking? These cookies are loaded with goodies and can be delicate when hot. Letting them cool and set on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them is a crucial step to prevent them from falling apart.
- Can I change the mix-ins? Absolutely! Monster cookies are meant to be customized. Feel free to swap the pecans for walnuts, use different types of chocolate chips, or add other candies like Reese’s Pieces.
- Why add the Rice Krispies last? To maintain their signature crunch, the Rice Krispies should be folded in very gently at the very end. If you mix them too vigorously, they will get crushed and lose their texture.
What To Serve With Monster Cookies
These hearty, all-in-one cookies are a perfect treat on their own. They are best served with:
- A tall glass of cold milk
- A hot cup of coffee or tea
- A scoop of vanilla ice cream for an epic cookie sandwich
How To Store Monster Cookies
- Room Temperature: Store the completely cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: You can freeze the cookie dough balls on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer them to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
Monster Cookies Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 133 kcal
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fat: 6g
- Sugar: 12g
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Why are they called u0022Monster Cookiesu0022?
They get their name because they are like a Frankenstein’s monster of cookies, made up of a little bit of everything—oats, peanut butter, chocolate chips, and candy. They are also often made in a monstrously large size.
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, the cookie dough can be made and chilled in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before baking. This will also help prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes. To make a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a good 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend and ensure you are using certified gluten-free oats and crispy rice cereal.
Try More Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Angel Sugar Cookies Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Jam Thumbprint Cookies Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Potato Chip Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Pioneer Woman Monster Cookies Recipe
Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy36
servings15
minutes15
minutes133
kcalSoft, chewy, and loaded with oats, chocolate chips, M&M’s, peanut butter chips, and Rice Krispies, these Monster Cookies are the perfect sweet treat.
Ingredients
2 sticks salted butter, softened
½ cup white sugar & 1 ½ cups brown sugar
2 large eggs & 1 tbsp vanilla
1 ½ cups flour, ½ tsp baking soda, 1 tsp baking powder, 2 tsp kosher salt
1 ½ cups oats
Mix-ins: ½ cup M&M’s, ½ cup pecans, ¾ cup chocolate chips, ½ cup peanut butter chips, 2 ¼ cups Rice Krispies.
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Cream butter and sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk dry ingredients (flour, soda, powder, salt).
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in oats, M&M’s, pecans, and all chips. Gently stir in Rice Krispies last.
- Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on the pan for 3 minutes before moving to a wire rack.
Notes
- To keep cookies soft and chewy, be careful not to overmix the dough once the flour is added.
- Using parchment paper on your baking sheets prevents sticking and makes for easy cleanup.
- Feel free to experiment with the mix-ins; substitute your favorite nuts, candies, or chocolate.
- Letting the cookies set on the hot baking sheet for a few minutes is essential to prevent them from breaking when you move them.
