M&M Cookies
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M&M Cookies
Description
This cookie recipe starts by creaming softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy, creating a rich base. Eggs and vanilla extract add moisture and flavor. The dry ingredients include all-purpose flour combined with cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, contributing to the cookie's structure and tenderness. M&M candies are folded into the dough for chocolate bursts throughout.
Before baking, the dough balls are chilled to firm up, ensuring the cookies spread properly and develop a good texture. Baking at 350°F yields cookies with lightly browned edges and a soft center. Pressing extra M&Ms atop the cookies provides eye-catching color and extra candy pieces on each bite.
These cookies can be served as a casual treat or dessert. Their size and colorful appearance make them suitable for gatherings or lunchbox snacks. When stored airtight, they keep their freshness for several days.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 egg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups M&M's plus more for the tops of the cookies
Instructions
- Place the butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar in the bowl of a mixer. Beat for 2-3 minutes or until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the bowl. Beat until thoroughly mixed.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Add half the dry mixture to the mixing bowl and mix on low speed.
- Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined. Fold in 2 cups of M&M's.
- Scoop out 2 tablespoons of dough and roll it into a ball. Repeat with remaining dough.
- Place the cookies 2 inches apart on two sheet pans lined with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Press extra M&M's into the tops of the cookies. Freeze for 10-15 minutes or until firm.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Bake one sheet of cookies at a time for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
- Let the cookies rest for 3-5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Serve when cooled, or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Use a cookie scoop to portion dough evenly for consistent cookie size.
- Store finished cookies in an airtight container; they remain fresh for up to five days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 269 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 269kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 157mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 53mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 295IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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