Big Cookies Recipe

Fuel your adventures with these epic Big Cookies! Inspired by "Towns, Trails, and Special Times…The Marlboro Country Cookbook," these aren't your average cookies. Packed with peanut butter, oatmeal, chocolate, dates, and nuts, they're like incredibly delicious, portable energy bars. Perfect for hiking, camping, or a satisfying anytime snack. Yes, they take some effort, but the hearty, yummy results are totally worth it!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 302.5 kcal

Protein 16g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Big Cookies

2 large eggs
Brown Sugar
Sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
½ cup creamy peanut butter
Oatmeal
Semisweet Chocolate
Dates
Walnuts

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How to Make Big Cookies

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease baking sheets.
In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, ¾ cup packed brown sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
Add 1 teaspoon baking soda and ½ cup creamy peanut butter; mix well.
Stir in 3 cups rolled oats, 1 cup chopped dates, 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup chopped nuts (your choice!), and ½ cup raisins (optional). Mix until thoroughly combined.
Drop by heaping tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets.
Flatten slightly with a fork.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.