July 1, 2024

M&M Mini’s Cookies: Colorful, Fun, and Delicious

With Gluten Free Option Too!

Today, I’m excited to share a recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite: M&M Mini’s Cookies. These cookies are colorful, fun, and absolutely delicious. The mini M&Ms add a delightful crunch and bursts of chocolate in every bite. Whether you’re baking for a party, a special treat, or just because, these cookies are sure to bring smiles to everyone’s faces. Let’s get baking!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Colorful and Fun: The mini M&Ms make these cookies visually appealing and fun to eat.
Perfect Texture: Buttery, soft and chewy with a slight crunch from the M&Ms.
Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps.
Holiday Fun: Buy holiday themed M&Ms for a festive holiday treat.
Peanut Butter Version: Use the new Peanut Butter M&M Mini’s instead!

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Ingredients

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (you can also substitute gluten free cup for cup flour, this is my favorite)
1 9.4oz bag of M&M Mini’s

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Gather two baking sheets.
Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 1 minute.
Add Extra Ingredients: Beat in the egg, followed by the baking soda, salt and vanilla extract.
Flour: Add the flour mixing just until combined.

Step 2: Shape and Bake the Cookies

Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Add Extra M&Ms: Add the mini M&M’s to a plate. Roll the top of each cookie dough ball into the M&M’s so that they stick to the surface.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 11-13 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips for Perfect M&M Mini’s Cookies

Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature for the best mixing results.
Don’t Overbake: For soft and chewy cookies, take them out of the oven when the edges are lightly golden and the centers look slightly underbaked.
Chill the Dough: For thicker cookies, chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking.

Conclusion

There you have it—delicious M&M Mini’s cookies that are sure to delight kids and adults alike. These cookies are perfect for any occasion and are guaranteed to bring a smile to your face. Give this recipe a try and let me know how they turn out in the comments below! Happy baking!

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