M&M Chocolate Chip Cookies
M&M Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips and colorful candies, making them the perfect fun dessert for any occasion. This easy M&M chocolate chip cookies recipe delivers bakery-style texture with a rich, buttery flavor and irresistible crunch.
Ingredients
- Dry ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Wet ingredients:
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Mix-ins:
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup M&M candies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Fold in chocolate chips and M&M candies.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheet, leaving space between cookies.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
- Cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies soft.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes for better texture (optional).
- Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing.
- Slightly underbake for chewy centers.
- Add extra M&M’s on top before baking for a colorful finish.