Monster Cookies for Fall

By srumbel

These are my favorite go-to cookies that I've made several times this year. The recipe is easy to make and comes out perfect every time. NO fail! The fall color M&M's are great for this time of year and feel free to use other colors for other holidays.
from cookingonthefrontburners.com

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups peanut butter
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 stick soft butter
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 4 1/2 cups quick oats
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 cup chocolate chips (or chocolate chunks)
• 1 cups M&M's

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 and line cookie sheets with parchment paper
Combine the peanut butter, brown sugar, sugar and butter in a large bowl and beat until well combined.
Mix in vanilla and eggs
Stir in the oats and baking soda
Add chocolate chips and M&MS - mix well but gently
Drop 2 tablespoons of dough onto sheets and if desired, add a few M&Ms on top
Bake for 10 minutes then cool for 5 minutes; transfer to wire rack to cool completely
Store in airtight container
Note: cookies won't appear done after 10 minutes but they are and set up - you don't want to overbake them
Yield 4-5 dozen