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These Air Fryer monster cookies are packed full of gooey chocolate, peanut butter and studded with candies.
You can whip up a batch of these in under 20 minutes, which makes them perfect for those moments when you’re suddenly craving a snack. One bite will transport you back to your childhood, reminding you of the classic Air Fryer sugar cookies you loved so much.
Air fryer cookies are so much fun to make! You guys have loved my Air Fryer peanut butter blossoms, Air Fryer white chocolate peppermint cookies, and my favorite Air Fryer snowball cookies, so of course, I had to try my hands at another cookie recipe.
This recipe is particularly great because you’ll just need a handful of ingredients from your kitchen pantry, and in just a short while, you’ll have a batch of delicious treats are warm and ready to be devoured.
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✨ Flavor: Rich, creamy, chewy and slightly crispy.
⏱️ Prep time: 10 minutes.
🔥 Cook time: 6 minutes.
⏲️ Total time: 16 minutes + resting time.
👥 Servings: 8 servings.
🥄 Tools: Air Fryer, bowl, electric whisk, ice cream scoop and a wire rack.
❄️ Freezer friendly: Yes.
👩🏻🍳 Tip: Remember to leave at least an inch of space between each cookie, as they will expand when they cook.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- They’re super easy to make- just like these 4 ingredient peanut butter cookies. You’ll just need a few pantry staples and 10 minutes of prep time to make these.
- You can change up the mix-ins and play around with the flavors too!
- They have a slightly crispy outside and a soft, chewy middle- just like my Air Fryer brownie mix cookies. That texture play is such a treat for the taste buds!
Recipe Ingredients
- Sugar: Granulated sugar works best here!
- Butter: For that richness.
- Peanut butter: Use the creamy version, unless you really like those chunky bits in your cookie!
- Vanilla extract: Just a dash- for that delicate and sweet aroma.
- Eggs: For the moisture, richness and to help the cookies get their shape.
- Flour + oats: I used all purpose flour with some oats- for the texture.
- Baking powder + baking soda: To help the cookies rise.
- Mix-ins: I used some classic chocolate chips an mini M&M’s.
See recipe card for quantities.
Variations
- Try sneaking in other mix-ins like salty pretzels, mini marshmallows, dark chocolate chunks, candy canes or peanut butter chips.
- Sometimes, I like adding white chocolate chips to bring a bit of subtle sweetness to the cookies- like I did when I made my Air Fryer cake mix cookies.
How to Make Air Fryer Monster Cookies
- Combine sugar and peanut butter in a large mixing bowl. Use an electric whisk to mix them until they’re creamy, and then add the vanilla and eggs. Continue mixing together until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl combine flour, oats, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Slowly add the flour mixture into the creamy mixture. Mix until well combined.
- Next, pour the chocolate chips and mini M&Ms into the mixture and stir until they’re mixed in evenly.
- Use a cookie scoop to form balls of dough, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Transfer them to a lined Air Fryer basket, leaving enough room for the cookies to spread.
- Air Fry at 320 F for 6-8 minutes, until cookies are golden brown. Let them rest for 1-2 minutes before removing them from the Air Fryer basket.
- Gently lift the parchment paper with cookies, and transfer to a wire rack or countertop to continue cooling while you air fry the next batch.
Serving Ideas & Suggestions
These Air Fryer monster cookies are great to enjoy on their own as a snack, or with some coffee, tea or a cold glass of milk.
I love featuring them with my Air Fryer snickerdoodles and Air Fryer gingersnaps whenever I’m hosting and need to have a few more cookies on the table! On occasion, I have teamed it up with my Air Fryer apple pie turnover and a scoop of vanilla ice-cream.
If you’re making these for the holidays, pair them with some Air Fryer reindeer chow or Air Fryer Chex Mix.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Make sure the eggs are at room temperature before you use them for the recipe- I realized how important this was when I made my Air Fryer red velvet cake mix cookies.
- Depending on the size of your Air Fryer, you may need to make the cookies in batches.
- Keep in mind that the Air Fryer will be hot after the first batch of cookies- so you’ll probably need to cut down on the cooking time by a minute or two for the second batch. I figured this out when I made my Air Fryer DoubleTree Signature cookies.
- Remember to check the expiration date on your leavening agents. Using old baking powder or baking soda will cause your cookies to stay flat and not get that slightly crispy texture on the outside.
Recipe FAQs
Pretty much whatever you like! Experiment with different flavors that complement the predominant peanut butter flavor of the cookies.
Allow cookies to fully cool before storing them. Transfer them to an airtight container or resealable storage bag and store at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Yes, you can- for up to 6 months. If you’re freezing baked cookies, allow them to cool down fully first. You can also freeze them uncooked if you want to.
To do this, simply scoop out the dough balls on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for an hour or two until solid. Then, remove and transfer to a freezer safe bag and store for 6 months.
The best way to do this is to check the top of the cookie for doneness, and when it is evenly golden brown on all sides, they are done cooking.
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Air Fryer Monster Cookies
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, regular or mini
- 1/2 cup mini M&m's
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sugar, butter and peanut butter. Use an electric mixer and mix together until creamy, and then add the vanilla and eggs. Continue mixing together until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl combine the flour, oats, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Slowly add flour mixture into the creamy mixture. Mix until well combined.
- Next pour the chocolate chips and mini m and m's into the mixture and stir until candies are evenly mixed into the dough.
- Use a cookie scoop or large spoon to form balls of dough, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Place all uniform dough balls in your air fryer basket place a piece of parchment paper. Leave about 1 inch between cookies for room to spread.
- Air Fry at 320 degrees F for 6-8 minutes, until cookies are golden brown. Let cookies rest for 1-2 minutes before removing them from the air fryer basket.
- Gently lift parchment paper with cookies, and place on a wire rack or counter top to continue cooling while you air fry the next batch.
Notes
- Brown sugar, coconut flour and almond flour can replace all-purpose flour.
- Use a silicone baking mat to prevent cookies from sticking if you do not have parchment paper.
- This recipe makes about 24-30 cookies, depending on the size of scoop you use.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
