Soft Chewy M&M Cookies Treat

These M and M cookies are the kind you crave when you want soft and chewy goodness with bursts of colorful chocolate in every bite. There is no chilling needed so you get fresh baked cookies in about twenty minutes.

I started making these on lazy Saturday afternoons when my kids were little and now even my teenager asks for them every week.

Ingredients

• All purpose flour: gives your cookies structure always spoon and level your flour for accurate measurement
• Baking soda: helps your cookies rise and stay soft choose a fresh box for best results
• Salt: balances the sweetness and brings out flavor fine sea salt is ideal
• Unsalted butter: softened so your dough mixes evenly choose high quality for the richest flavor
• Granulated sugar: adds light sweetness and helps cookies spread
• Light brown sugar: brings moisture and chewiness make sure it is soft and packed into the cup
• Vanilla extract: enhances every flavor use pure vanilla if possible
• Large eggs: bind the dough and add richness eggs at room temperature blend best
• M and Ms: for that classic chocolate fun choose regular or mini and fresh for best color and crunch
• Extra M and Ms: for topping so every cookie looks bakery perfect

Step by Step Instructions

Prepare Baking Sheets:

Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats and set aside this prevents sticking and makes for easier clean up

Mix Dry Ingredients:

Whisk flour baking soda and salt in a medium bowl until fully combined then set aside so they are ready when you cream your wet ingredients

Cream Butter and Sugars:

In a large mixing bowl beat softened butter with both sugars and the vanilla using a stand or hand mixer until fully combined and light in color this creamy base gives chew to the cookies

Add Eggs:

Add eggs to the butter sugar mixture one at a time beating well after each addition this ensures an even texture in the dough

Combine Dry with Wet:

Add the flour mixture to your wet ingredients and mix on low just until you see no streaks of flour do not over mix or cookies will be tough

Fold in M and Ms:

With a spatula gently fold in the M and Ms until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough try not to crush them as you stir

Shape Cookies:

Use a cookie scoop to portion dough into balls about two tablespoons each place them two inches apart on your prepared baking sheets for even baking

Bake:

Bake in a preheated 370 degree oven for ten minutes then rotate the trays and bake an additional four to five minutes until the edges are golden and centers look just set

Top and Cool:

Immediately press a few extra M and Ms into each hot cookie for a professional look cool cookies on the baking sheet for five minutes then transfer to a rack so the centers set up perfectly

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My favorite part of this recipe is sneaking in a few extra warm M and Ms as I load the cooling rack my family always gathers in the kitchen grabbing cookies while they are still warm we have never had leftovers last more than two days

How to Store Your M and M Cookies

• Let cookies cool completely before storing to prevent moisture build up
• Store in an airtight tin or container at room temperature for up to four days
• If you want to freeze bake and cool cookies then place in a freezer bag with parchment between layers frozen they keep for up to three months and you can take out one or two anytime the craving hits

Easy Ingredient Swaps

• Swap chocolate chips or peanut butter M and Ms for fun flavor twists
• If you are out of brown sugar add a teaspoon of molasses to white sugar
• Dairy free butter sticks and a flaxseed egg also work well in this dough if needed

Serving Ideas

• Stack them high for birthday parties or picnics
• Tuck one or two into lunchboxes as a sweet surprise
• Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a simple dessert that wins applause

M and M Cookie Fun Facts

• M and Ms were created as a treat that would not melt in your hand a perfect match for cookies that stay pretty even while warm
• The original M and M cookie dates to the seventies but has become a cozy American classic

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Recipe FAQs

→ What makes these cookies so soft and chewy?

The softness comes from the perfect blend of brown and white sugars, along with plenty of butter, giving the cookies a tender, chewy texture.

→ Can I use other candies besides M&Ms?

Yes, chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, or chopped candy bars can be added or substituted for a different twist.

→ How do I keep my cookies from spreading too much?

Be sure not to overmix the dough and use softened, not melted, butter. Chilling is optional but can help maintain a thicker shape.

→ Is it necessary to press extra M&Ms on top before baking?

Adding M&Ms on top post-bake gives a colorful finish and ensures the candy pieces stay visible and attractive.

→ How should I store these cookies for maximum freshness?

Keep cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer shelf life.