Foolproof and fast Healthy Monster Cookies with the most fun flavor and texture add-ins! Everyone always asks me for the recipe whenever I bring these to parties. Made with almond flour, oats, peanut butter and packed with chocolate for a satisfying holiday cookie. No one would guess they’re gluten free and vegan!
The cookie monster is here!!
Ok ok ok. These monster cookies are next level. I’ve been on a monster cookie kick, trying every recipe in sight, so at this point I think I know my stuff. I used my Vegan Peanut Butter Cup Cookies as the base and then added the classic additions!
They turned out exactly as I’d hoped! Crispy edges, soft in the middle, perfectly sweet, and irresistibly delish. You’re gonna love, but don’t take my word for it…
5 star Reader Praise ★★★★★
“Quickest, easiest cookies. Ever. So tasty. I never leave a gathering with even 1 leftover. No one even notices they’re vegan. Friends/family always ask for the recipe!!” -Jillian
“So quick and easy. Love the healthier swaps for an otherwise rich cookie. Nice crunch on the outside and soft and chewy in the inside. The kiddos loved them, too. These will definitely be on repeat at our house!” -Cassie
“These cookies are delicious and come together so quickly. I have made them several time and my family loves them. Also feels good that they have several healthy ingredients!” -Rudie
“Super tasty! I didn’t have chocolate drops so I subbed in sea salt caramel chips and the result was heavenly! I also used regular rolled oats and it still worked great! Definitely going to keep this recipe around! Thanks you!” -Katie B.
“Loved them! My brother that typically doesn’t like my ‘healthy’ recipes was devouring these. The coconut oil gave them such a great flavor. I only added dark choc as an add in but still amazing. I will definitely be making these again!” -Cate
The low down on ingredients
- Almond flour: The base of this dough is my favorite combo of super fine blanched almond and oat flour for optimal texture and flavor. I get three pound bags at Costco for about $12—crazy good deal! Most store brands now sell almond flour, like ALDI and Kroger’s Simple Truth brand.
- Quick oats: I love quick oats for their texture in cookies, but readers have had success with rolled oats too (see comments.) Use certified gluten free if needed!
- Coconut oil: We’re using solid coconut oil for the fat here, which is buttery and delish. Don’t melt it! Use refined for zero coconut flavor. I suppose you may be able to use butter or non-dairy buttery spread but I haven’t tried this myself.
- Peanut butter: We’ve got ⅓ cup of creamy salted peanut butter (I get the Kirkland brand at Costco) for stupendous pb flavor. It should be drippy and easily pour into the measuring cup. I never refrigerate it!
- Coconut sugar: For sweetness, structure, and moisture! Ahhh, the power of sugar. I imagine brown sugar would also work here. I have not tested this recipe with maple syrup or granulated sugar.
- Add ins: Candy pieces (I get naturally colored ones from TJ’s although they contain milk), semi sweet chocolate chips, and coconut! Go wild here. You can use your favorite chocolate bar or whatever you have on hand. What makes them fun is the difference in flavors and textures.
Let’s make ’em!
These are stupid easy to make, truly.
- Whisk the dry ingredients.
- Add the wet ingredients and cream with a hand mixer.
- Fold in add-ins, bake, cool and devour! How simple was that?!
Storing and freezing leftovers
This recipe yields about 20 cookies. I doubt they’ll last on the counter for long, but you can keep them sealed on the counter for about four days. After that, you can refrigerate them.
You can also freeze the cooled cookies for up to 3 months. I love freezing dough balls and baking a few at a time; just add 2 minutes to the baking time!
If you make these healthy monster cookies, please let me know by leaving a comment and star rating. I’m so grateful for your feedback!
Healthy Monster Cookies Recipe
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Prep Time:
10 min -
Cook Time:
11 min -
Total Time:
21 minutes -
Yield:
20 cookies 1x -
Category:
Dessert -
Method:
Oven -
Cuisine:
American -
Diet:
Gluten Free
Description
Healthy Monster cookies are a wholesome spin on the classic! Made with almond flour, oats, peanut butter and packed with chocolate goodness! Gluten free and vegan.
Ingredients
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line one large or two regular cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mat. In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, oats, baking soda, and salt.
- Add coconut oil, coconut sugar, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and milk. Cream together using a hand mixer or a stand mixer until dough comes together into large, moist crumbles that easily form a dough. Use a wooden spoon to fold in chocolate chips, candies, and coconut.
- Use a cookie scoop to roll dough into round balls, using about 2 tbsp of dough each. Place cookies evenly on baking sheets 2 inches apart. Press any remaining candies at the bottom of the bowl onto cookie tops. For flatter cookies, you can gently press down each cookie with the palm of your hand (they won’t spread much while baking). The photographed cookies were not pressed.
- Bake for 11-12 minutes. Let cookies cool for 15 minutes on baking sheet. Store cooled cookies at room temperature in an air tight container for up to four days before transferring to the refrigerator.
Notes
*Use natural, drippy peanut butter (just peanuts and salt for ingredients).
Many readers commented that they made these with regular old fashioned oats successfully!
