Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Soft Chocolate M&M Cookies, where gooey chocolate meets vibrant, crunchy M&M candies. These cookies are a perfect blend of chewy and soft textures, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion—be it a birthday party, holiday gathering, or a cozy night at home. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe will have you baking up a batch of colorful cookies that not only taste great but also look stunning on your dessert table. Kids and adults alike will love their sweet flavor and fun appearance, making these cookies a hit with everyone.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup M&M candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time and mix well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in M&M candies until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet with space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg