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Soft-Baked M&M Cookies

Soft-Baked M&M Cookies
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Soft-Baked M&M Cookies are chewy, colorful, and tender treats bursting with vibrant M&Ms and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for parties, family baking sessions, or cozy nights, these cookies stay soft for days and offer a deliciously rich flavor with every bite.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 1/2 cups M&Ms, plus extra for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients at room temperature. Soften butter and eggs beforehand for easier mixing and a smooth dough consistency.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy, creating an aerated base for tender cookies.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract, mixing fully after each addition to ensure an even dough.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to prevent tough cookies.
  6. Fold in M&Ms: Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups of M&Ms, reserving some to press on top before baking for a colorful presentation.
  7. Portion and Bake: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop dough balls evenly spaced on a baking sheet. Press a few extra M&Ms on top. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9-11 minutes until edges are set but centers remain slightly soft.
  8. Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack, allowing them to firm slightly while maintaining softness inside.

Notes

  • Use butter softened to room temperature but not melted for a creamier dough.
  • Remove cookies from the oven when edges are set but centers look slightly underdone to keep them soft.
  • Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking if you prefer thicker cookies.
  • Use fresh baking soda for proper rise and texture.
  • Stir ingredients only until combined to avoid tough cookies caused by overmixing.

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