Get ready to transform your ordinary baking routine into an explosion of color and flavor! These irresistible M&M Cookies are not just another chocolate chip cookie - they're a vibrant, playful treat that combines the perfect balance of soft, chewy texture with bursts of candy-coated happiness. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, these cookies promise to bring instant joy to your kitchen and smiles to everyone who takes a bite.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup M&M candies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Pour in the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Gently fold in about 3/4 cup of the M&M candies into the cookie dough, reserving the remaining candies for topping.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Press the remaining M&M candies on top of each cookie dough ball, ensuring some candies are visible on the surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Enjoy your colorful and delicious M&M Cookies!
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted - this creates the ideal cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough, as this can lead to tough cookies. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For extra colorful cookies, save some M&Ms to press on top of each cookie before baking.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- For maximum freshness, store in an airtight container and consume within 5 days.
- Want to make them extra special? Try mixing different colored M&M varieties for a festive look!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg
