SOFT AND CHEWY M&M CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
These Soft and Chewy M&M Chocolate Chip Cookies are thick, gooey, and bursting with colourful candy crunch. A perfect treat for holidays, parties, or anytime cookie cravings strike.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup M&M candies plus extra for topping
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugars:
- In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, egg yolk, and vanilla; mix well.
Combine Wet and Dry:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Fold in chocolate chips and M&Ms.
Scoop and Bake:
- Scoop dough into 1½-inch balls and place on baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart. Press a few extra M&Ms on top. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden.
Cool:
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Thicker Cookies: Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Add-Ins: Try using peanut butter M&Ms or festive seasonal colours.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Cookie dough balls can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Serving Tip: Warm slightly before serving for an extra gooey bite!