Get ready to experience a cookie sensation that will transform your holiday baking from ordinary to extraordinary! These Chocolate Peppermint M&M Cookies are not just another sweet treat - they're a festive flavor explosion that combines the rich, creamy texture of classic chocolate chip cookies with the cool, refreshing burst of peppermint. Imagine biting into a soft, perfectly baked cookie studded with colorful peppermint M&M's that melt in your mouth and send your taste buds on a delightful winter wonderland adventure!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate peppermint M&M's
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Incorporate the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the chocolate peppermint M&M's using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear set but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted - this creates the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough, as this can lead to tough, dense cookies.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes that bake evenly.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- For extra festive look, reserve a few M&M's to press on top of cookies right after baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft and fresh.
- For best flavor, let cookies cool completely before storing to prevent condensation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 40mg
