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Gluten-free monster cookies! These are so easy and because they are semi-homemade, they won't have you slaving in the kitchen all day to make. With just the right amount of honey, gluten-free oats, and plenty of chocolate, you can't go wrong with this kids favorite m&m cookie!
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Gluten-Free Monster Cookies (Easy)

My family loves these gluten-free monster cookies! They are a kid favorite because of all the vibrant colors but adults love them too. With just the right amount of honey, gluten-free oats, and plenty of chocolate, you can't go wrong with this kids favorite M&M cookie!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy cookie recipe, gluten free monster cookies, monster cookies
Servings: 18 servings
Calories: 244kcal
Author: Chandice Probst

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°
  • Combine egg, butter, peanut butter and water
  • Add the gluten-free cookie mix and oats then combine well
  • Gently stir in the M&M's
  • Scoop with an ice cream scoop onto a greased or parchment lined cookie sheet (silicone mats work great as well) then flatten with the bottom of a glass cup
  • Bake 10-12 minutes
  • Let cool on a baking sheet for 3-5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack
  • Enjoy warm...easy peasy lemon squeezy!

Notes

  • Pro Tip: I have found that for this recipe, Bob's Red Mill mix works best. I also really like using the honey peanut butter because it adds a nice sweetness.
  • Gluten-Free Pro Tip: Always make sure to double check your ingredients and candies to make sure they are gluten-free. For example, regular M&M's are gluten-free but the pretzel ones are not.
  • To make these dairy-free, simply use a dairy-free chocolate chip cookie mix, dairy-free butter and dairy-free colored candies instead of M&M's. If you are also intolerant to egg, make a flax egg instead of using the regular one.
  • To make them peanut-free, simply use SunButter (for completely nut-free), almond butter or another nut butter that you prefer instead of peanut butter in the recipe. 
  • My favorite way to store leftovers is in a cookie jar but you can also place them in a covered container to keep them soft and chewy. They are good for 2-3 days after baking. 
  • Get creative and use leftovers to make monster cookie sandwiches! Follow instructions here for our Gluten-Free Vegan Ice Cream Sandwich Chocolate Chip Cookies and just use your leftover monster cookies instead. 

Nutrition

Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 222mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 190IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 0.4mg