Description
Christmas M&M Cookies are the ultimate festive treat that will brighten your holiday gatherings. Bursting with colorful M&M chocolates and rich chocolate chips, these vibrant cookies are not only delicious but also visually appealing. Whether you’re baking for a cookie exchange, family get-together, or just for fun, this easy recipe is perfect for everyone, including kids who love to help in the kitchen. With a soft and chewy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit at any celebration, making them an essential addition to your holiday dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- 1¼ cups red and green M&Ms (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixer, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in one cup of red and green M&Ms along with chocolate chips.
- Using a cookie scoop, place dough portions on the prepared cookie sheet about one inch apart. Press remaining M&Ms on top of each dough ball.
- Bake for about 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on a rack for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg