Creating 4th of July Monster Cookies can be a breeze if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Use an electric mixer to cream them together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Mix Dry into Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in Add-Ins: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and M&M’s until evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
7. Scoop the Dough: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to place mounds of dough on the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each scoop.
8. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft.
9. Cool the Cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy!: Once cooled, serve these festive cookies at your 4th of July celebration and enjoy!