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M&M Cookies

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These soft and chewy M&M Cookies are a classic favorite! Packed with colorful M&M’s and mini chocolate chips, they bake up golden on the edges with a tender center. Perfect for holidays, parties, or anytime you crave a nostalgic, bakery-style cookie.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar

3/4 cup (150g) light brown sugar, firmly packed

1 large egg, room temperature

1/2 tablespoon (7.5ml) vanilla extract

1 cup (175g) mini chocolate chips

1 cup (200g) M&M’s

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl or stand mixer, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  4. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined. Stir in mini chocolate chips and M&M’s.
  6. Scoop dough into large balls (about 3 tablespoons each) and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are lightly golden (do not overbake).
  8. Let cookies rest on baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Dough can be prepared up to 5 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
  • For freezing dough: scoop into balls, flash freeze for 1 hour, then store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
  • For freezing baked cookies: cool completely, then store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
  • Try variations like adding white chocolate chips, oats, or holiday-themed M&M’s.

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