Craving a cookie experience that's both deliciously nostalgic and perfectly gluten-free? Get ready to transform your baking game with these soft, chewy MM cookies that prove dietary restrictions never mean sacrificing flavor! Imagine biting into a warm, gooey cookie packed with colorful chocolate candies that melt in your mouth - and the best part? Everyone can enjoy them, regardless of gluten sensitivities.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate MM candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This will ensure that the baking soda is evenly distributed throughout the flour.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Beat until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can affect the texture of the cookies.
- Fold in the chocolate MM candies using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- 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. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your soft-baked gluten-free MM cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Always use room temperature ingredients, especially butter and eggs, to ensure smooth mixing and consistent texture.
- When measuring gluten-free flour, use the spoon-and-level method to avoid dense, heavy cookies.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough cookies. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For extra soft cookies, slightly underbake them and let them finish setting on the baking sheet.
- Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain moisture and softness.
- For best results, use a high-quality gluten-free all-purpose flour blend that contains xanthan gum.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and enhance flavor development.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 130kcal
Carbohydrates: 17g
Protein: g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 20mg
