Edible Monster Cookie Dough

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Edible Monster Cookie Dough is the perfect treat for those times when you're craving something sweet but don't feel like baking. It's a tasty twist on classic monster cookies, combining peanut butter, oats, and lots of M&MS!

scoops of edible monster cookie dough in a white bowl

If you love M&M cookies but can't be bothered to bake a whole batch, then this egg-free edible monster cookie dough is for you! It's super easy to make and safe to eat with no eggs. It's packed full of flavour, featuring peanut butter, oats, chocolate chips and of course, M&Ms!

If you're ready to get started, keep on reading for my top tips, ingredient notes, step-by-step images and lots more. Or, if you prefer the condensed version, you can jump straight to the recipe card at the end of the page. Enjoy!

Ingredients

Here's everything you need to make this no-bake edible monster cookie dough...

Butter: Softened butter is key here as it creams better with the sugar, creating a smooth base for our edible cookie dough. You can soften it by leaving it out at room temperature for an hour or two. Margarine will also work fine but I recommend butter for the best flavour.
Brown sugar: Adds a lovely caramel-like flavour and keeps the dough moist. I recommend soft light brown sugar for the best flavour, but it can be substituted for dark brown or even white sugar if you're in a pinch.
Peanut butter: Gives the dough its distinctive nutty flavour. I used smooth, unsalted peanut butter. The runny, natural type works better than the creamy type.
Vanilla extract: Just a touch, for extra flavour. This pairs beautifully with the peanut butter and milk chocolate.
All-purpose flour: Helps our mixture come together and gives it that classic cookie dough texture. We'll briefly heat-treat the flour before adding it to the mixture, so no need to worry about buying pre-treated flour.
Oats: Combined with the peanut butter, oats give our dough that classic monster cookie flavour and texture. I used rolled oats when testing this recipe.
Salt: A pinch of salt enhances all the flavours in the cookie and helps to cut through the sweetness a little. If your peanut butter is already salted, you can skip this.
Milk: Since this is an egg-free cookie dough, we'll use milk to help bring it together if it's a bit dry. How much you'll need depends on the type of oats, flour and peanut butter you use. Start with a little and add more as needed.
Chocolate chips: I used milk chocolate chips but you can use dark, white or semi-sweet chocolate if you prefer.
M&Ms: For a gorgeous pop of colour and more chocolate flavour.

Equipment

Cookie sheet and baking paper: For toasting the flour and oats. Any flat baking sheet will do. You'll also need to line it with some baking paper.
Mixing bowl: A large one, for mixing the ingredients together.
Utensils: A wooden spoon or spatula for mixing, and a tablespoon and a teaspoon for measuring.
Food scale: I have included cup measurements for this recipe but I test all of my recipes with a digital food scale. I recommend using one to ensure reliable, repeatable results.
Digital thermometer: Not essential but handy if you really want to make sure the flour is cooked to the correct temperature.

scoops of edible monster cookie dough stacked in a bowl

How to make edible monster cookie dough

Step 1: Although this is technically a no-bake recipe, we do need to start by heat-treating the flour. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a large tray with baking paper. Pour 150g of all-purpose flour and 60g of rolled oats onto the tray and spread them out evenly. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the temperature reads 71°C (160°F) on a digital thermometer. Set it aside to cool.

flour and oats spread out on a lined baking tray

Step 2: To a large bowl, add 90g of butter, 150g soft light brown sugar, 150g peanut butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.

peanut butter mixed with butter and sugar in a bowl

Step 3: Once the flour/oats have cooled, add them to the bowl with the wet ingredients along with a pinch of salt. Mix well, using 2-3 tablespoons of milk as needed to help it come together into a soft dough.

Step 4: Add 120g M&Ms and 100g of milk chocolate chips. Mix well to distribute them evenly through the dough.

bowl of peanut butter dough with m&ms and chocolate chips on top

Step 5: Scoop up your cookie dough and enjoy it straight away or refrigerate for an hour before serving! I recommend 1 ice-cream scoop worth of dough per serving.

Top Tips

Make sure the flour and oats have cooled fully before adding them to the wet ingredients. Residual heat can cause a gummy texture.
This is an egg-free cookie dough, so milk acts as our binder. Add as much as you need to create a soft, scoopable dough. I usually find 2-3 tablespoons to be just right.
This cookie dough tastes best after it's chilled in the fridge for an hour or so. It really helps enhance all of the flavours and the texture.

FAQs

Can I freeze monster cookie dough?

Yes, this can be frozen for up to 3 months in an airtight container. To defrost, transfer it to the fridge overnight or let it sit out at room temperature for an hour or two. Do not refreeze.

How long does this recipe last in the fridge?

It will last about 4-5 days in the fridge if you keep it in an airtight container. It's so nice to have on hand for a quick sweet treat throughout the week!

Why do I need to heat up the flour and oats?

Heating them up gives the cookie dough a slight toasted flavour and helps to kill off any bacteria from the raw flour. Make sure to let them cool completely before mixing them into the dough.

Can I bake this cookie dough instead of eating it raw?

This recipe is designed for eating raw, so the ingredient ratios are a little different from regular cookie dough. If you're looking for a soft-baked or chewy cookie, check out my collection of cookie recipes.

close up of edible M&M monster cookie dough with a peanut butter drizzle on top

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I hope you like my M&M edible monster cookie dough recipe! If you make it at home, please leave a comment and rating to let me know what you think. Enjoy!