Description

These soft and chewy M&M’S cookies are loaded with colorful candy-coated chocolate and rich vanilla flavor. They have slightly crisp edges and a melt-in-your-mouth center, making them perfect for parties, holidays, or everyday sweet cravings.

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups M&M’S candies

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional but recommended)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and well combined.
Add in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is light and creamy.
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
Fold in the M&M’S and chocolate chips.
Scoop dough (about 2 tablespoons each) and place them a few inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should still look soft.

Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Press a few extra M&M’S on top of each dough ball before baking for a bakery-style look.
For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.