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Christmas M&m Cookies Recipe


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  • Author: maria
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Make your Christmas merrier with these festive M&M Cookies! Loaded with red and green M&Ms, this holiday treat is soft, chewy, and perfect for family gatherings.


Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups Christmas M&Ms

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
  4. Mix in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
  6. Fold in Christmas M&Ms, reserving some for topping.
  7. Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and place on baking sheets 2 inches apart.
  8. Press reserved M&Ms on top of each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool before serving.

Notes

  • Use a mix of regular and mini M&Ms for added texture.
  • Ensure butter is softened but not melted for the best consistency.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 90mg