Description
These Soft and Chewy M&M Cookies deliver a perfect balance of buttery sweetness and colorful crunch in every bite. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, these cookies are ideal for joyful moments, sharing with family, or soothing your sweet tooth with vibrant M&M candies baked inside soft, chewy dough.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1 cup M&M candies
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies evenly at the correct temperature.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract thoroughly to combine the wet ingredients and infuse flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough and keep cookies soft.
- Fold in M&Ms: Gently fold in the M&M candies to evenly distribute the colorful candy bits throughout the dough without breaking them.
- Form Cookie Dough Balls: Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a baking sheet spaced apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden and the centers remain soft.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For softer cookies, avoid overbaking; remove from oven when edges turn golden but centers are still slightly soft.
- Room temperature butter and eggs help with proper mixing and texture.
- You can substitute M&M candies with chocolate chips or other candy-coated chocolates if preferred.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or a teaspoon of espresso powder to the dry ingredients.
