Description
M&M Christmas Cookies are a festive delight that combines soft, chewy cookie goodness with vibrant bursts of chocolatey M&M candies. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights, these treats evoke nostalgia and warmth, making them a beloved tradition. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, they are sure to bring smiles to friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup M&M candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing until fully blended.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in M&M candies.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg