Monster Cookies III

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups quick-cooking oats
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
3. Beat in the peanut butter, eggs, and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture.
4. Stir in the oats and chocolate chips.
5. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared cookie sheets.
6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown.
7. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Monster Cookies are believed to have originated in the United States.
• Monster Cookies are often made with M&Ms, but can also include other candy or nuts.
• The texture of Monster Cookies can vary depending on how long they are baked.
• Monster Cookies can also be made with other flavors of chips such as butterscotch or white chocolate.