Chewy Vegan Gluten-Free Monster Cookies

1. 1Preheat your oven to 176°C and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. 

   2In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt. Mix well.
3. 3Add rolled oats, candy coated chocolate, and mini chocolate chips. Stir until evenly distributed.
4. 4Using a medium cookie scoop, portion out about 1 1/2 tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet. Flatten slightly with your palm.
5. 5Top each cookie with extra candies if desired.
6. 

   6Bake for 11-13 minutes until lightly golden.
7. 7Allow to cool slightly before enjoying. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days.
8. 8Cookie dough can be frozen and baked from frozen for an extra 1-2 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter
• 2/3 cup maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 2 cups rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
• 1/2 cup natural colored candy coated chocolate
• 1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips