Description
These Soft Chocolate M&M Cookies are a deliciously rich and tender treat bursting with vibrant M&M candies. Perfectly balanced with deep cocoa flavor, these cookies bake up soft in the center with just the right amount of chewiness, making them an irresistible snack or dessert that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1 cup M&;M candies
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture in the cookies.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating thoroughly after each addition to incorporate air. Then stir in the vanilla extract for aroma and flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and cocoa.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid tough cookies.
- Fold in M&Ms: Gently fold the M&M candies into the cookie dough, ensuring even distribution without breaking the candies.
- Portion the Cookie Dough: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart to allow spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft for that chewy texture.
- Cool the Cookies: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For an extra indulgent touch, add 1 cup of chocolate chips to the dough along with the M&M candies.
- Do not overbake to maintain a soft center; cookies will continue to firm up as they cool on the baking sheet.
- Experiment with different M&M varieties such as peanut or almond for varied textures and flavors.
- Add a dash of instant coffee or espresso powder to the dough to intensify the chocolate flavor.
- Serve these cookies with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 164
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 82mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 18mg
