Best 5 Monster Cookie Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the monstrously delicious Monster Cookie Bars, a delightful treat that combines the best of both worlds - the chewy texture of an oatmeal cookie and the irresistible flavors of a chocolate chip cookie. These bars are loaded with an array of goodies, including oats, chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, and M&M's, creating a symphony of flavors and textures in every bite. With a simple recipe that requires pantry staples and a few easy steps, these cookies are perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with these irresistible Monster Cookie Bars!

Additional Recipes Included:

1. Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies: For those who love the timeless flavor of chocolate chip cookies, this recipe offers a foolproof method for achieving perfectly chewy and crispy cookies with gooey chocolate chips in every bite.

2. Easy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies: Experience the comforting goodness of oatmeal raisin cookies with this simple recipe. The combination of chewy oats, plump raisins, and warm spices results in a classic cookie that's perfect for any occasion.

3. Peanut Butter Blossoms: Delight in the irresistible combination of peanut butter and chocolate with these Peanut Butter Blossoms. These cookies feature a soft peanut butter cookie dough rolled in sugar and topped with a Hershey's Kiss, creating a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.

4. No-Bake Cookies: Craving a sweet treat without turning on the oven? These No-Bake Cookies are the answer. With a base of oats, peanut butter, and honey, these cookies are mixed together and pressed into a pan, making them a quick and easy option for busy bakers.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MONSTER COOKIE BARS



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These rich cookie bars are savory and sweet packed with monsterly delicious peanut butter, oats, milk chocolate chips, and candy coated pieces!

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup LAND O LAKES® Butter, softened
¾ cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ cup creamy peanut butter
⅓ cup rolled oats
1 cup milk chocolate chips
½ cup candy-coated milk chocolate pieces (such as M&M's®)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 8x8-inch baking pan.
  • Cream together butter and brown sugar. Mix in egg and vanilla.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and sea salt together. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the butter/sugar mixture. Mix thoroughly.
  • Stir in creamy peanut butter, oats, chocolate chips, and candy-coated chocolates. Spread mixture evenly in prepared baking pan.
  • Bake until set, 25 to 27 minutes. Allow to fully cool before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 42.1 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 235.2 mg, Sugar 26.9 g

PEANUT BUTTER MONSTER COOKIE DREAM BARS



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My friend gave me this monster cookie bar recipe. These are heavenly. We always run out wherever we take them. I bet you can't eat just one!

Provided by yummyfood22

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 42m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups oatmeal
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup melted butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
⅓ cup peanut butter
1 cup candy-coated milk chocolate pieces (such as M&M's®)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Stir oatmeal, flour, butter, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of crumb mixture. Spread remaining mixture into a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust is lightly browned, about 12 minutes. Remove crust; leave oven on.
  • Mix sweetened condensed milk and peanut butter together in a bowl. Spread over the baked crust. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture and milk chocolate pieces on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.3 calories, Carbohydrate 52.8 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 363 mg, Sugar 35.6 g

MONSTER COOKIE BARS WITH PEANUT BUTTER AND OATMEAL



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We have been making this monster cookie bar recipe for years since we got it from our friends. It is easy and fast, and is a hit in any event!

Provided by Nicole H.

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 2h23m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup packed brown sugar
⅔ cup melted butter
¼ cup light corn syrup
¼ cup peanut butter
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup butterscotch chips
⅓ cup peanut butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Butter a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, 1/4 cup peanut butter, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Add oats gradually. Press bar mixture into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 12 to 14 minutes. Let cool for 4 minutes.
  • Melt chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and 1/3 cup peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each melting until blended, 1 to 3 minutes. Spread over warm bars. Let cool before cutting, 2 to 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.3 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 89.3 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

MONSTER COOKIE BARS



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This recipe for chewy monster cookie bars has everything you love about classic monster cookies, but with a few tweaks to make them bake up as perfect bars. These soft and chewy bars are packed with peanuts, chocolate chips, M&M's® and oats - the perfect balance of sweet and salty. It's easy to make and takes only 10 minutes to prep with the help of a pouch of Betty Crocker™ peanut butter cookie mix. We love packing these flavor-filled monster cookie bars for lunch, keeping them on hand as a midday snack, or enjoying them topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a deliciously indulgent dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pouch (17.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ peanut butter cookie mix
Vegetable oil, water and egg called for on cookie mix pouch
2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup M&M's® chocolate candies
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/3 cup finely chopped cocktail peanuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix cookie mix, oil, water, egg, peanut butter and oats with spoon until mixture comes together. Stir in candies, chocolate chips and peanuts. Press dough in bottom of pan.
  • Bake 16 to 20 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 hour. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g

MONSTER COOKIE BARS (NO-FLOUR)



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Make and share this Monster Cookie Bars (No-Flour) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MinnMomof2

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup brown sugar (packed)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup salted butter (softened)
1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
4 1/2 cups oatmeal
1 teaspoon baking soda
10 ounces miniature M&M baking bits
1 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a Jelly Roll (11 x 17) sheet by lining with parchment, silpat liner, or spray with cooking spray.
  • Mix together brown sugar, granulated sugar, peanut butter and butter until pale and fluffy.
  • Add eggs and vanilla extract. Blend.
  • Add oats and baking soda. Mix.
  • Add M & M's and Chocolate chips and stir with wooden spoon until combined.
  • Bake for 17-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.4, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 17.6, Sodium 90.8, Carbohydrate 21.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 15.1, Protein 3.9

Tips:

  • Use a large mixing bowl to ensure all ingredients are properly combined.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies in a preheated oven to ensure they cook evenly.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in tough cookies.
  • Feel free to add additional mix-ins, such as chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, these monster cookie bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. With their chewy texture, gooey filling, and variety of mix-ins, these bars are a perfect treat for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these monster cookie bars a try!

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