If you're looking for a fun, colorful treat that everyone will love, these mini M&M cookies are it! Soft, chewy, and packed with mini candy-coated chocolate pieces, they're perfect for a snack or dessert. Whether you're baking with the kids or just craving something sweet, these cookies will bring a little extra joy to your day.
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These M&M cookies are a fun and delicious twist on chocolate chip cookies, with colorful mini M&Ms replacing the usual chocolate chips, just like the classic M&M cookie recipe. The mini candy-coated chocolates add a playful touch, making each cookie even more irresistible.
They’re perfect with a soft and chewy center and slightly crisp edges. As the M&Ms melt inside, they create a burst of chocolatey goodness in every bite, giving you that perfect balance of texture and flavor.
Easy to make at home, these cookies are great for any occasion. Whether it’s a birthday, a quick school snack, or just something to satisfy your sweet tooth, their colorful and tasty appeal will make everyone smile. Plus, they’re fun to bake with kids or friends – so go ahead and share the joy!
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Ingredients You Need
Here's what you'll need to make these mini M&M's cookies:
- Butter: Use unsalted, softened butter or melted butter cooled for the best texture.
- Sugar: A mix of white granulated sugar and dark or light brown sugar.
- Egg: One medium egg, at room temperature.
- Flour: All-purpose white flour is preferred for chewy cookies.
- Leavening: Preferably baking soda, or baking powder (check the recipe notes).
- Vanilla and Salt: Liquid vanilla extract and fine salt (or sea salt).
- M&M's: Mini M&M chocolate candies for that perfect colorful crunch.
How To Make Mini M&M Cookies
Here are some quick visual instructions. Remember, the full instructions with exact ingredients can be found in the main recipe card below!
Step 1: In a large bowl with your hand mixer or in the large mixing bowl of a stand mixer, cream butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is creamy.
Step 2: Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat again until well combined.
Step 3: Add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients – flour mixture, salt, and baking soda (or baking powder) – and gently mix with a spatula or a wooden spoon until a sticky cookie dough forms.
Step 4: Finish by adding the mini M&M's and mix to incorporate them into the dough.
Step 5: Use a large cookie scoop to form cookie dough balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 6: Bake cookies in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown around the edges and still soft in the center. (Add a few extra mini M&Ms on top of the cookie a couple of minutes before the end of baking for a colorful finish.)
Let the cookies cool slightly on the cookie sheet before transferring them to a cooling rack, and enjoy with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Tips for best results
Storage instructions
- Room Temperature: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to keep them soft and fresh.
- Freeze: For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a zip-top bag for up to 2 months. Let them thaw at room temperature before enjoying.
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Mini M&M Cookies
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies
Description
These mini M&M's cookies are soft and delicious, perfect for a sweet break. (Makes 12 cookies)
Ingredients
- 115 g (½ cup) unsalted butter - softened
- 50 g (¼ cup) white sugar
- 75 g (⅓ cup) brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 egg - at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 200 g (1 ½ cups) all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 150 g (1 cup) mini M&M's
Instructions
- Start by mixing the butter and sugars using an electric mixer or stand mixer until the mixture is creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, then continue mixing until the dough is smooth.
- Next, add the flour, salt, and baking soda (or baking powder), and gently mix with a spatula until the dough is well combined.
- Form dough balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them out evenly.
- Let the dough rest in the refrigerator for one hour, or 20 minutes in the freezer.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and bake the cookies for about 12 minutes.
- A few minutes before they’re done, add extra mini M&Ms on top of the cookies.
- Let the cookies cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a cooling rack.
Notes
Storage: Keep the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 4 to 5 days. You can also freeze them for 1 to 2 months.
Tips:
- Use a digital scale to measure the ingredients for better results.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them.
- For softer cookies, don’t overbake them.
- Add nuts or chocolate chunks to vary the flavor.
- Use very softened butter for a smoother texture.
- Be sure to space out the dough balls to prevent them from sticking together while baking.
- You can freeze the dough for later baking.
- Replace baking soda with about 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: cookies
- Cuisine: American
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