Description
Experience the magic of the holiday season with these delightful Christmas M&M cookies. Their vibrant candy-coated shells and soft, chewy centers create a festive treat that’s perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup M&M's candies (seasonal colors)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the M&M's, reserving some for topping if desired.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg