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M&M Cookies Recipe

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Delicious and colorful M&M Cookies that are soft and chewy with a perfect balance of sweetness. This classic cookie recipe features a tender dough enriched with butter, brown sugar, and vanilla, studded generously with milk chocolate M&M’s and chocolate chips for a delightful texture and burst of chocolate flavor in every bite. Ideal for parties, snacks, or a comforting treat at home.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup salted butter (softened)
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (scooped & leveled, 282g)
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon table salt

Mix-ins

  • 2 cups milk chocolate M&M’s (divided, 1 1/4 cups mixed into dough and the rest for topping)
  • 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In the bowl of a stand mixer, add softened butter, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes, to incorporate air and create a smooth base.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: To the creamed mixture, add the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and table salt. Mix gently until everything is just combined to avoid overworking the dough which can lead to tougher cookies.
  4. Incorporate M&M’s and Chocolate Chips: Fold into the dough 1 1/4 cups of the milk chocolate M&M’s and all of the milk chocolate chips, reserving the remaining M&M’s to place on top for decoration and extra crunch.
  5. Shape Cookies: Scoop the dough into balls using a cookie scoop or spoon. Optionally, roll them between your palms for uniform size and shape or simply drop mounds onto the lined baking sheet. Press some of the leftover M&M’s onto the top of each cookie to decorate and add texture.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes. The cookies are done when the edges have set and the tops begin to set but may still look slightly glossy or underbaked in the center to ensure a chewy texture.
  7. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 to 3 minutes so they firm up slightly, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving to retain their chewy consistency.

Notes

  • For softer cookies, do not overbake; the centers should remain slightly glossy when you remove them from the oven.
  • Using cornstarch in the dough helps create a tender and soft crumb texture.
  • Ensure the butter is softened but not melted to achieve the right dough consistency and texture.
  • For uniform cookies, roll dough balls between palms; otherwise, dropping mounds creates a rustic look.
  • Feel free to substitute milk chocolate M&M’s with peanut or crispy M&M’s for different textures and flavors.
  • The dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking for enhanced flavor.

Keywords: M&M Cookies, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Soft Cookies, Chewy Cookies, Easy Cookie Recipe, Baking with M&M's

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