Monster Cookie Bars
Monster Cookie Bars are a delicious and chewy treat packed with peanut butter, oats, chocolate chips, and candy-coated chocolates.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup candy-coated chocolates like M&M’s, plus extra for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the peanut butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Stir in the baking soda and salt.
- Gradually mix in the oats and flour until fully combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and candy-coated chocolates.
- Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Sprinkle extra candy-coated chocolates on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- You can use crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- For a softer texture, reduce baking time by 2-3 minutes.