Description
These soft-baked cookies are loaded with M&M candies and have the perfect chewy texture. They’re easy to make and perfect for holidays, parties, or an everyday treat!
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch (for extra softness)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup M&M candies
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Make the Dough
- In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy (about 2 minutes).
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
3. Add M&Ms & Chill
- Gently fold in M&Ms (and chocolate chips, if using).
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes (for thicker cookies).
4. Bake the Cookies
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Press a few extra M&Ms on top of each dough ball.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers look slightly underbaked.
5. Cool & Enjoy
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes
- For extra chewiness, use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- To make larger bakery-style cookies, use ¼ cup of dough per cookie and bake for 12–14 minutes.
- Freeze the cookie dough balls for up to 3 months for quick baking anytime!