Gluten-Free Monster Cookies with Oats and Chocolate Chips
Soft and thick gluten-free monster cookies packed with oats, peanut butter, and chocolate chips, baked to chewy perfection in under an hour. This american-inspired desserts (gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes layers gluten-free rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, packed brown sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 24, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3/4 cup, packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, beat together 1 cup creamy peanut butter, 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, and 2 large eggs until smooth and creamy.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1 tsp vanilla extract to the peanut butter mixture. Stir until fully combined.
- Step 4: Fold in 1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Step 5: Using a tablespoon, scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with your fingers.
- Step 6: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Gluten-Free Monster Cookies with Oats and Chocolate Chips take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Gluten-Free Monster Cookies with Oats and Chocolate Chips?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Gluten-Free Monster Cookies with Oats and Chocolate Chips?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Gluten-Free Monster Cookies with Oats and Chocolate Chips for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 24 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 24). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Gluten-Free Monster Cookies with Oats and Chocolate Chips gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
