Welcome to the ultimate cookie recipe that proves you really can have it all. These incredible cookies are packed with peanut butter, chewy oats, rich chocolate chips, and colorful M&M’s.
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This is the only Gluten Free Monster Cookies recipe you will ever need. They are naturally flourless, ridiculously easy to make, and have the most amazing soft and chewy texture.
Get ready to bake a batch of what are sure to become your new family-favorite cookies.
A Little Story About This Dish
I’ve always believed that the best cookies are the ones that are a little bit of everything—chewy, chocolatey, and fun. That’s the magic of a monster cookie. It’s a delightful jumble of all the best things.
When I first started baking gluten-free, I was so happy to realize that a traditional monster cookie recipe didn’t need any changes to be safe. Since they are naturally flourless and based on oats, a true gluten free monster cookie was just one ingredient swap away.
By simply ensuring my oats were certified gluten-free, I could make a batch of these amazing cookies for everyone to enjoy, whether they ate gluten or not. This is that perfect, inclusive recipe.
Get Ready to Cook!
You’re just a few simple steps away from a tray of warm, gooey, and colorful Gluten Free Monster Cookies. Let’s go over a few tips to guarantee they turn out perfectly.
What to Expect
Time: Under 30 minutes from start to finish.
Difficulty: Extremely easy! A one-bowl recipe that’s perfect for all bakers.
Before You Begin
The most important rule for making a truly gluten free monster cookie is to use certified gluten-free rolled oats. Oats themselves don’t contain gluten, but they are often contaminated with wheat during processing, so checking the label is essential for anyone with Celiac disease.
The secret to a perfectly chewy cookie is to slightly under-bake it. Pull them from the oven when the centers still look a little gooey. They will firm up on the hot baking sheet as they cool, locking in that soft texture.
Finally, these are big cookies! Give them plenty of space on the baking sheet to spread out as they bake.
The Heart of the Dish: Ingredients You’ll Need
Here are the simple ingredients for this ultimate gluten free monster Cookies recipe.
| Ingredient | Amount |
| Softened Butter or Coconut Oil | ½ cup |
| Packed Brown Sugar | 1 cup |
| Granulated Sugar | 1 cup |
| Creamy or Crunchy Peanut Butter | 1 ½ cups |
| Large Eggs | 3 |
| Baking Soda | 2 tsp |
| Pure Vanilla Extract | 1 tsp |
| Gluten-Free Rolled Oats | 4 ½ cups |
| Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips | 1 cup |
| Plain M&M’s Candies | 1 cup |
Let’s Get Cooking! Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these easy instructions to make a perfect batch of Gluten Free Monster Cookies.
1. Prep Your Oven and Cream the Base:
First, preheat your oven to 350°F and line several cookie sheets with parchment paper. In the large bowl of an electric mixer, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, peanut butter, and eggs together until the mixture is light and creamy.
2. Mix in the Oats:
Add the baking soda and vanilla extract to the bowl. Switch the mixer to a low speed and gradually add in the gluten-free rolled oats, mixing just until everything is well combined.
3. Add the Good Stuff:
Turn off the mixer and use a spatula to stir in the chocolate chips and M&M’s.
4. Scoop and Shape:
Using a large cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto your prepared cookie sheets. Leave plenty of space between them for spreading. You can gently flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand if you wish.
5. Bake to Chewy Perfection:
Bake for 12-15 minutes. The cookies are done when the edges are set and the centers no longer look wet or gooey. They are better slightly under-baked than over-baked.
6. Cool and Enjoy:
Let the Gluten Free Monster Cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set up before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Mastering the Dish: Pointers for Perfection & How to Store
Here are a few final tips for this amazing gluten free monster cookie recipe.
Pointers for Perfection
For a picture-perfect cookie, you can gently press a few extra M&M’s and chocolate chips onto the tops of the dough balls right before they go into the oven.
How to Store
Store your completely cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay soft and chewy for up to 4 days.
These recipes are a wonderful resource for anyone needing new ideas for gluten-free dishes: Gluten Free Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookies, and Flawless Gluten Free Blueberry Scones.
Your Burning Questions Answered!
Here are answers to some common questions about making monster cookies.
1. What makes a monster cookie gluten-free?
The magic of a traditional monster cookie is that it contains no flour at all! The structure of the cookie comes entirely from the gluten-free rolled oats and the peanut butter. This makes it a naturally gluten-free recipe, as long as you use oats that are certified gluten-free to avoid any cross-contamination with wheat.
2. Can I make this cookie recipe nut-free?
Since peanut butter is a primary structural ingredient, it can be tricky. However, for a nut-free version, you can substitute the peanut butter with an equal amount of sunflower seed butter (SunButter). Be aware that sunflower seed butter can sometimes react with baking soda and turn the inside of the cookies a harmless green color after they cool!
3. What is the difference between rolled oats and quick oats?
Rolled oats (also called old-fashioned oats) are whole oat groats that have been steamed and flattened. Quick oats (or instant oats) are rolled oats that have been cut into smaller pieces and rolled thinner, so they cook faster. Either type will work for this monster cookies gluten free recipe, but rolled oats will give you a slightly chewier, heartier texture.
Dig In & Enjoy!
You are now ready to bake a batch of the most fun, colorful, and delicious cookies around. Enjoy every single chewy, peanut buttery, chocolate-filled bite!
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Gluten Free Monster Cookies
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 36 cookies 1x
Description
The ultimate Gluten Free Monster Cookies recipe! Naturally flourless, these cookies are packed with chewy oats, creamy peanut butter, chocolate chips, and M&M’s. They’re incredibly easy to make in one bowl and have the perfect soft and chewy texture.
Ingredients
1/2 cup softened butter, margarine or coconut oil
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups peanut butter
3 large eggs
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
4 1/2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup plain M&M’s
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
2. In the bowl of your electric mixer, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, peanut butter, and eggs until light and fluffy.
3. Add the baking soda and vanilla extract. With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the gluten-free oats and mix until just combined.
4. Using a spatula, stir in the chocolate chips and M&M’s.
5. Use a large cookie scoop to drop rounded balls of dough onto the lined cookie sheets, leaving about 2-3 inches of space between them.
6. Gently flatten the tops of the dough balls with your hand.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers no longer look gooey. Do not overbake.
8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes to set up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Gluten-Free Oats are a Must: To ensure this recipe is truly gluten-free for those with Celiac disease, you must use certified gluten-free oats.
Don’t Overbake: For the best soft and chewy texture, it’s better to slightly under-bake these cookies than to over-bake them.
Storage: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg