Halloween always feels like the season of surprises. Bowls of colorful candy line the counters, and little hands sneak pieces when they think no one is watching. That’s exactly why this Crumbl Monster cookie recipe is so perfect. It takes that candy chaos and folds it into one big, chewy cookie that’s thick, kid-friendly, and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You’ll love this Crumbl Monster cookie recipe because it’s quick and simple. The dough comes together fast and needs no chilling. The cookies bake up soft and chewy, with those bakery-style edges we crave. They’re also great for using leftover candy from Halloween or holiday parties. Even better, you can swap in your favorite mix-ins like Reese’s or Twix for a personal touch.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s everything you need to bake these monster cookies:
- Butter: 1/2 cup, softened. Use salted or unsalted.
- Imperial Sugar brown sugar: 1/3 cup, packed, for that chewy bite.
- Imperial Sugar granulated sugar: 3 tbsp for sweetness and structure.
- Egg: 1 large.
- Vanilla extract: 2 tsp for warmth.
- All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups.
- Baking soda: 1/2 tsp.
- Salt: 1/3 tsp.
- M&M’s: 1/4 cup, plus extra for topping.
- Peanut butter chips: 1/4 cup, plus extra for topping.
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 3 tbsp, plus extra for topping.
You can get creative here. Toss in chopped candy bars, pretzels, or even seasonal sprinkles for a holiday twist.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Mix in egg and vanilla until smooth.
- Sift in flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir just until combined.
- Fold in M&M’s, peanut butter chips, and chocolate chips.
- Scoop 8 large dough balls. Flatten gently to about 1 inch thick.
- Bake for 12–13 minutes until edges set.
- Right after baking, press more M&M’s and chips on top for that bakery look.
- Let cool on the sheet for at least 20 minutes. This sets the thick, chewy texture.
Expert Tips for Perfect Monster Cookies
Use room-temperature butter so it creams properly with the sugar. Don’t overbake; they continue setting as they cool. For picture-perfect cookies, press the extra toppings right after baking. If you prefer smaller portions, bake 16 smaller cookies for 9–10 minutes.
Storage & Make-Ahead Options
These cookies store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. You can also keep them in the fridge for a week. Warm them in the microwave for that gooey, fresh-from-the-oven feel. If you want to freeze, either freeze the baked cookies or portion the dough balls for later.
Recipe Variations
This recipe is flexible. For Halloween, mix in candy corn or pumpkin-colored M&M’s. At Christmas, red and green candies make them festive. Try Reese’s cups, Twix chunks, or even pretzels for a salty crunch. For catering-size treats, make 16 smaller cookies instead of 8 large ones.
FAQs
What’s in the Crumbl monster cookie?
It’s packed with M&M’s, peanut butter chips, and chocolate chips. This copycat version skips oats, making it thick and chewy.
What are the ingredients in the monster cookie?
Butter, sugars, egg, vanilla, flour, baking soda, salt, M&M’s, peanut butter chips, and chocolate chips.
What are the ingredients in a Crumbl cookie?
It varies by flavor, but generally includes butter, sugar, eggs, flour, baking soda, and creative mix-ins or frostings.
Which Crumbl cookie is 1000 calories?
The Crumbl Monster cookie is one of the heavier ones, close to 1000 calories per cookie, thanks to its size and mix-ins.
Crumbl Monster Cookie Recipe
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Crumbl Monster Cookie Recipe | Amazing Chewy Treats
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 large cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This Crumbl Monster cookie recipe makes thick, chewy bakery-style cookies. No oats, no chill time, and full of colorful candies. Perfect for Halloween, holidays, or anytime you want a fun, kid-friendly treat.
Ingredients
1/2 cup butter, softened (salted or unsalted)
1/3 cup Imperial Sugar light brown sugar, packed
3 tbsp Imperial Sugar granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/3 tsp salt
1/4 cup M&M’s candies, plus extra for topping
1/4 cup peanut butter chips, plus extra for topping
3 tbsp semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus extra for topping
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
3. Mix in egg and vanilla until smooth.
4. Sift in flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir just until combined.
5. Fold in M&M’s, peanut butter chips, and chocolate chips.
6. Scoop 8 large cookie dough balls and flatten to about 1 inch thick.
7. Bake for 12–13 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft.
8. Press extra M&M’s and chips on top right after baking.
9. Cool on baking sheet for at least 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
Oat-free recipe for a thick, chewy bite.
No dough chilling required.
Perfect way to use leftover Halloween candy.
Kid-friendly and easy to customize with Reese’s, Twix, or pretzels.
Storage: airtight container at room temperature for 4 days or fridge for 7 days. Reheat for a gooey texture.
Makes 8 large cookies or 16 smaller ones baked for 9–10 minutes.
Nutrition information is an estimate only.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Halloween Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
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Final Thoughts
This Crumbl Monster cookie recipe is thick, chewy, colorful, and downright fun to bake. It’s perfect for holidays, parties, or just a cozy night in with milk. Try it with your favorite candies, and let it become your family’s next cookie tradition. Share your creations with me, or pin this recipe for your next baking day. You can also find more ideas on Pinterest or join the community on Facebook.