Get ready to transform your kitchen into a festive paradise with these irresistible MM Chocolate Christmas Cookies that will make Santa himself do a happy dance! Imagine biting into a soft, golden-edged cookie packed with colorful M&M's that sparkle like Christmas ornaments - these aren't just cookies, they're edible holiday magic that will have your family and friends begging for more. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe is your ticket to becoming the ultimate holiday cookie champion!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 36 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups chocolate candies (M&M's)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract and eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until a smooth cookie dough forms.
- Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups of the chocolate M&M's into the cookie dough, reserving the remaining 1/2 cup for topping.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Press the reserved M&M's onto the top of each cookie dough ball, ensuring they are slightly embedded.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets 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
- Butter Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted. Room temperature butter creates the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your dough just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender and soft.
- Chill Factor: For thicker cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- M&M Placement: Save some M&M's to press on top of each cookie before baking for that picture-perfect look.
- Consistent Size: Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies that bake evenly.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set their structure before transferring to a wire rack.
- Storage Hack: Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep cookies soft for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 24g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
