Looking for a Treat that Ticks Every Box? Look No Further than BEST M&M Cookies!
Are you craving a delightful treat that doesn't require hours in the kitchen? Do you dream of a cookie that’s both satisfying and relatively wholesome? And above all, do you need a burst of flavor that elevates your day? Then look no further! BEST M&M Cookies tick every box. These cookies bake up quickly, offer a better-for-you twist on a classic, and deliver an explosion of colorful, chocolatey goodness in every bite. They’re the perfect solution for a busy weeknight or a last-minute get-together. As a mom always on the go, BEST M&M Cookies have become my secret weapon for happy kids (and happy parents!).
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Growing up, my grandma always had a batch of M&M cookies ready whenever we visited. The aroma alone was enough to transport me back to those warm, carefree days. These BEST M&M Cookies are my attempt to recreate that magic, with a few tweaks for a modern, healthier lifestyle. They retain all the nostalgic charm, but with ingredients I feel good about sharing with my family. Every bite is a happy memory wrapped in chocolate and sprinkles.
Ingredients:
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
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Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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The Star of the Show:
- 2 cups M&Ms (regular or your favorite variety)
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Optional:1/2 cup of nuts – pecan, walnut, hazelnut (chopped)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe:
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Vanilla (Optional Add Nuts): Stir in the vanilla extract. If using nuts, stir intot he creamy texture before adding the flour.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well.
- Fold in M&Ms: Gently fold in the M&Ms until evenly distributed.
- Drop onto Baking Sheets: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake: Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy! Serve and enjoy your freshly baked BEST M&M Cookies!
BEST M&M Cookies
Delicious M&M cookies that are quick to bake and offer a better-for-you twist on a classic, delivering colorful, chocolatey goodness in every bite.Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.1 cup unsalted butter, softened, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- Stir in the vanilla extract. If using nuts, stir intot he creamy texture before adding the flour.1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 cup nuts
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well.2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 cup unsalted butter, softened, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Gently fold in the M&Ms until evenly distributed.2 cups M&Ms
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy your freshly baked BEST M&M Cookies!