Categories: Cookies, Dessert, Paula Deen
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 1 1/4 cups packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 ounces creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup multi-colored chocolate candy
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 4 1/2 cups quick-cooking oatmeal (not instant)
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats.
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In a very large mixing bowl, combine the eggs and sugars. Mix well.
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Add the salt, vanilla, peanut butter, and butter. Mix well.
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Stir in the chocolate candies, chocolate chips, raisins, if using, baking soda, and oatmeal.
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Drop by tablespoons 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.
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Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Do not overbake. Let stand for about 3 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool.
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When cool, store in large resealable plastic bags.