Valentines Giant Monster Cookie (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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2 tablespoons (31g) smooth peanut butter
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1/2 teaspoon real vanilla extract
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2 tablespoons (30ml) whisked egg
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2 tablespoons (28g) soft unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons (25g) light brown sugar
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2 tablespoons (25g) white sugar
→ Dry Ingredients
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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6 tablespoons (46g) plain flour
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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2 tablespoons (11g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
→ Mix-Ins
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2 tablespoons (22g) semi-sweet chocolate chips, with some extra for topping
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1/3 cup (65g) M&Ms
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 325°F. Cover a baking tray with parchment paper.
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Cream butter and sugars until smooth. Mix in the egg, peanut butter, and vanilla. Stir in the dry stuff, then fold in M&Ms and chips.
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Put the dough in a single mound on the tray. Bake for 20-30 minutes, watching for golden-brown edges.
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Let it cool for 10 minutes. If you'd like, gently press extra chocolate chips on top while warm.
# Notes:
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You could make four small cookies instead.
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Go for a thick peanut butter.
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If the dough feels sticky, chill it in the fridge.