Description
Easter M&M Cookies are a colorful and delightful treat that brings festive cheer to your celebrations. Soft and buttery, these cookies are loaded with vibrant M&Ms, making them perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (light)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup M&M chocolates
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in M&Ms gently.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers remain soft. Cool on sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- 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: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding nuts or swapping M&Ms for chocolate chips. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week; reheat briefly in the microwave to enjoy fresh-baked warmth.