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Absolutely Loaded Oatmeal Cookies

These Absolutely Loaded Oatmeal Cookies are bursting with chewy oats, peanut butter, melty chips, crunchy Rice Krispies, and gooey Snickers pieces!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time32 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chewy, Cookies, Crunchy, Easy, Loaded, Oatmeal, Peanut Butter, Snickers
Servings: 24 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil or softened butter
  • 6 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup quick cooking oats
  • 3/4 cup baking chips mix butterscotch, chocolate, white, or your favorite combination
  • 1/3 cup Rice Krispies cereal
  • 18 snack-size bars Snickers candy bars unwrapped and chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients

  • Gather all your ingredients and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.

Step 2: Cream the Peanut Butter and Coconut Oil

  • In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter and 1/4 cup coconut oil (or softened butter). Use an electric mixer or whisk to cream these until smooth and well blended.

Step 3: Add Sugars and Egg

  • Add 6 tablespoons brown sugar and 1/4 cup granulated sugar to the peanut butter mixture. Mix until fluffy and combined. Then, crack in 1 egg, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla bean paste. Beat again until the mixture is smooth and glossy.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Step 5: Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients

  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to your wet peanut butter mixture, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6: Fold in Oats, Chips, Cereal, and Snickers

  • Fold in 1 cup quick cooking oats, 3/4 cup baking chips, and 1/3 cup Rice Krispies cereal. Lastly, chop your 18 snack-size Snickers candy bars into small pieces and fold them in gently.

Step 7: Scoop and Bake

  • Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop cookie dough mounds about 2 inches apart on your prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are set but still soft.

Step 8: Cool and Enjoy

  • Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer or Whisk
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Spatula or Wooden Spoon
  • Baking Sheet
  • Cooling Rack

Notes

  • Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes enhances flavor and prevents spreading.
  • Use parchment or silicone mats for even baking and easy cleanup.
  • Experiment with different baking chip combinations to customize flavor.
  • Don’t skip the vanilla bean paste for added depth of flavor.
  • Store cooled cookies airtight in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to 3 months.