These chocolate M&M cookies are the perfect balance of chewy and crunchy, with rich chocolate flavor and bursts of color and sweetness from M&Ms. Each bite offers a delightful blend of smooth chocolate cookie and the familiar candy-coated crunch of M&Ms. They¡¯re fantastic treats for kids and adults alike, ideal for holiday gatherings or fun twists on classic chocolate cookies. With just the right amount of sweetness and a hint of vanilla, these cookies are bound to disappear quickly from any cookie jar!
INGREDIENTS
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? 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
? 1 cup granulated sugar
? 1 cup packed brown sugar
? 2 large eggs
? 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
? 2 ? cups all-purpose flour
? ? cup cocoa powder
? 1 teaspoon baking soda
? ? teaspoon salt
? 1 cup M&M candies (plus extra for topping)
? 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
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INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Preheat your oven to 350¡ãF (175¡ãC). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the M&Ms and chocolate chips, if using.
6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Press a few extra
M&Ms onto the tops of each cookie if desired.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Be careful not to overbake.
8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Enjoy these decadent chocolate M&M cookies with a cold glass of milk or pack them up for a colorful, chocolatey treat on the go!
