No-Bake Monster Cookies

What do you do when it’s hot outside and you really want to avoid using the oven, but your family is still craving cookies? Answer: You make No-Bake Monster Cookies!

This recipe is a variation of peanut butter energy balls I make often. But these cookies are extra fun for kids with all those crunchy M&Ms.

This super simple recipe is great for little helpers, and it’s a nice source of protein with all the peanut butter. (You could easily sub in other nut or seed butters if you prefer.) The most challenging part of making this recipe is waiting until it’s all done to sneak a taste. 😉

Bonus: these cute, colorful treats are healthier than your average cookie as they are packed with lots of oats, honey, and dark chocolate. Win-win!

…and they are just SO yummy!

Here’s the recipe if you want to try them out too.

NO-BAKE MONSTER COOKIES
Makes 12 cookies

Ingredients:
2 cups oats
1 cup peanut butter
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup M&Ms
1/3 cup dark chocolate chips/chunks

Instructions:

1. Mix together first three ingredients in a large bowl—you can use a mixer or just some elbow grease!

2. Add in M&Ms and chocolate chips. Stir together.

3. Form mixture into cookie shapes.

4. Place in the refrigerator for an hour—or try the freezer for a frozen snack.

5. Enjoy!