1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 1/2 lb. chunky peanut butter
1 1/2 tsp. maple syrup
1 c. butter, softened
6 eggs
2 c. sugar
1 lb. brown sugar
2 c. all-purpose flour
4 tsp. baking soda
2 3/4 c. oats
1 lb. "M & M" chocolate candies
2 c. chocolate chips

Combine vanilla, peanut butter, maple syrup, butter and eggs in large bowl; mix well. Add mixture of sugar, brown sugar, flour, soda and oats gradually, mixing well after each addition. Stir in candies and chocolate chips. Drop by 1/4 cupfuls onto greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 4 dozen.