Imagine biting into a warm, soft cookie bursting with colorful M&M candies and rich chocolate flavor that instantly transports you to dessert heaven! These irresistible Chocolate M&M Cookies are not just another ordinary treat - they're a magical combination of crispy edges, chewy centers, and playful candy crunch that will have both kids and adults begging for more. Whether you're looking for the perfect weekend baking project or a crowd-pleasing dessert that guarantees smiles, these cookies are about to become your new favorite recipe!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup M&M candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened 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 eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add the vanilla extract and continue to mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Gently fold in the M&M 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 sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still appear soft.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious Chocolate M&M Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Use room temperature butter and eggs for the smoothest, most consistent dough texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker, less spread-out cookies.
- Reserve some M&M candies to press into the top of each cookie dough ball before baking for a more visually appealing result.
- 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.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain softness for up to 5 days.
- For extra indulgence, try using different M&M varieties like peanut or pretzel for unique flavor twists!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg
