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Ingredients
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- 1 cup salted butter, softened (2 sticks)
- 1 cup dark or light brown sugar
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup quick oats
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
- 2 cups M&Ms (plus more for topping)
- Candy eyes (optional)
Instructions
- Beat the softened butter for 2 minutes in a large bowl or stand mixer.
- Combine brown sugar, white sugar, and peanut butter until smooth, then add eggs and vanilla.
- Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt without overmixing.
- Fold in quick oats, old-fashioned oats, and M&Ms until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the fridge for 1 to 3 hours or preferably overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets.
- Shape dough into 2-inch balls and place on sheets with space in between.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm, and centers are slightly shiny.
- Press additional M&Ms and candy eyes into cookies right after baking.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Notes
Ensure butter is softened for best creaming results.
Always chill the dough to improve texture.
Varying types of M&Ms can add a colorful twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 27
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 30