Get ready to experience the ultimate cookie indulgence that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy! These Milky Way Stuffed Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are not just a dessert - they're a mind-blowing explosion of chocolate, caramel, and nutty goodness that will transform your ordinary baking routine into an extraordinary culinary adventure. Imagine biting into a soft, chewy cookie and discovering a molten Milky Way surprise hidden inside - this isn't just a recipe, it's a dessert experience that will have everyone begging for more!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 3 Milky Way bars, cut in half
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, beating until fully incorporated and the mixture becomes slightly fluffy.
- Gently fold in the rolled oats and chocolate chips, stirring until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Take a small portion of the cookie dough (about 2 tablespoons) and flatten it into a disc in your palm.
- Place half of a Milky Way bar in the center of the flattened dough.
- Carefully wrap the dough around the Milky Way, completely encasing it and forming a ball. Ensure the candy bar is fully sealed inside the dough.
- Place the stuffed cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently press down on each cookie ball to slightly flatten, helping them spread evenly during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: For extra indulgence, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies or sprinkle with sea salt.
Tips
- Make sure your Milky Way bars are slightly chilled before cutting and stuffing, as this will help them maintain their shape during baking.
- Use room temperature ingredients, especially the egg and peanut butter, to ensure a smooth and well-incorporated cookie dough.
- Don't overmix the dough after adding oats and chocolate chips - gently fold them in to keep the cookies tender.
- For perfectly uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop or weigh each dough ball to ensure consistent sizing.
- If the dough feels too sticky, refrigerate it for 15-20 minutes before forming the cookie balls.
- Watch the cookies carefully during the last few minutes of baking to prevent over-browning, as the sugar content can cause quick caramelization.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent them from breaking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
