Description

These soft and chewy peanut butter cookies are loaded with colorful candy-coated chocolates, making them a fun and delicious treat for any occasion. They’re easy to make and perfect for parties, bake sales, or just because you’re craving something sweet!

Ingredients

1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup candy-coated chocolate pieces (like M&M’s)

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat & Prep – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Mix Wet Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter, butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Egg & Vanilla – Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients – In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Mix It All Together – Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in Candy – Gently stir in the candy-coated chocolates and chocolate chips (if using).
Scoop & Shape – Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake – Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underdone, but they will set as they cool.

Cool & Enjoy – Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra crunch, use chunky peanut butter instead of creamy.
Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty contrast.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.