Trail Mix Energy Cookies

This hearty cookie recipe is a real crowd pleaser - and the toughest mixing job we could find! We think it will showcase how well SideSwipe combines even thick and chunky ingredients.

In a large bowl, toss together dry ingredients until combined:

• 4 cups QUICK oats
• 1 cups crispy rice cereal
• 2 tsp baking soda

Into a stand mixer fitted with your SideSwipe, cream together until fluffy:

• 1 stick butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar

Add and mix until incorporated on slow speed:

• 18 ounces smooth peanut butter
• 9 ounces crunchy peanut butter
• ​1 tsp salt optional, but recommended with natural PB

Add and mix until combined:

• 3 eggs

Add dry ingredient mixture to the creamed mixture, a half-cup or so at a time at slow speed.

When fully combined, add on slow speed:

• 8 ounces chocolate chips
• 8 ounces coated chocolate candies (like M&Ms)​

Using a leveled ice cream scoop, place a dozen dough balls on each prepared, standard baking sheet. Flatten each scoop slightly.

Bake at 350 degrees-F for 15-18 minutes, until edges turn golden brown. For crunchier cookies, use longer time. Cookies are best fresh, but can be kept several days in an airtight container.