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M&M Cookies

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M&M Cookies – soft, chewy, and delicious cookies loaded with M&M’s. and topped with chocolate and sprinkles. They have crispy edges that taste like they come straight from the bakery!

Are you a fan of M&M’s and cookies? Why not combine the two for a delicious treat? Homemade M&M’s cookies are a fun and easy dessert that can be made with just a few simple ingredients. These chewy, chocolatey cookies are topped with melted chocolate and colorful sprinkles, making them a visually appealing and irresistible snack. Perfect for a sweet treat or for a special occasion, these cookies will satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your guests. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out in the kitchen, you’ll love the satisfying crunch and gooey goodness of these cookies.

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WHAT’S IN M&M COOKIES

  • all-purpose flour
  • unsalted butter
  • granulated sugar
  • eggs
  • vanilla sugar powder
  • baking powder
  • chocolate
  • M&M´s
  • sprinkles

ADDITIONAL BAKING TIPS

  1. Use room temperature butter: It’s important to use butter that is at room temperature so that it cream together easily with the sugar and eggs.
  2. Don’t overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will result in tough cookies. Mix the dough just until it comes together and the ingredients are well combined.
  3. Roll out the dough evenly: Roll out the dough to a thickness of just over 1 cm so that the cookies are evenly baked.
  4. Bake the cookies on a lined baking sheet: Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  5. Don’t overcook the cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven when they are golden brown, as they will continue to cook on the hot baking sheet.
  6. Decorate the cookies with your favorite toppings: You can use any type of chocolate and sprinkles to decorate the cookies. Get creative and have fun with it!
  7. Store the cookies properly: Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and delicious. You can also freeze the cookies for up to 3 months.

BAKING TOOLS NEEDED

To make this delicious recipe, you will need a few key baking tools.

STAND MIXER: for creaming ingredients.

KITCHEN SCALES: for precise ingredient measurement.

ROUND COOKIE CUTTER: for creating uniform cookies.

BAKING SHEET: will provide enough space for all of your cookies to bake evenly.

ROLLING PIN: necessary for rolling out the dough to the perfect thickness.

PARCHMENT PAPER: will prevent your cookies from sticking to the baking sheet.

SPATULA: handy for stirring ingredients together and removing the cookies from the baking sheet in perfect shape

HOW TO FREEZE M&M COOKIES

Once the cookies have been baked, decorated and cooled, they can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. To freeze them, follow these steps:

  1. Place the cooled cookies on a baking sheet and place them in the freezer for about 30 minutes. This will prevent the cookies from sticking together and allow them to freeze individually.
  2. Once the cookies are firm, you can transfer them to an airtight container or freezer-safe zip-top bag. Make sure to label the container or bag with the date and contents.
  3. To thaw the cookies, simply remove them from the freezer and let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. You can also microwave the frozen cookies for about 10 seconds on low heat until they have thawed to your desired consistency.

Enjoy your delicious homemade M&M’s cookies anytime!

No, it’s best to use unsalted butter for this recipe to control the amount of salt in the dough.

Yes, you can use any type of candy that you prefer, such as Skittles, Reese’s Pieces, or chopped nuts.

Yes, you can freeze the dough for later use. Simply wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe zip-top bag. Thaw the dough in the refrigerator overnight before using it.

The cookies will keep for up to 7 days in an airtight container at room temperature.

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MNM Cookies

Recipe by Fast Tasty RecipesDifficulty: Easy
Servings

30

cookies
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes
Total time

20

minutes

M&M Cookies – soft, chewy, and delicious cookies loaded with M&M’s. and topped with chocolate and sprinkles. They have crispy edges that taste like they come straight from the bakery!

Ingredients

  • 400 g all-purpose flour

  • 160 g unsalted butter, room temperature

  • 150 g granulated sugar

  • 2 eggs

  • 2 vanilla sugar powder

  • 1 tbsp baking powder

  • M&M´s

  • 100 g chocolate (optional)

  • sprinkles (optional)

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 200°c. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Set aside.
  • MAKE THE DOUGH
  • In a large bowl, use an electric or stand mixer to cream together the butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla sugar powder, and baking powder until well combined. Do not overmix.
  • ROLL AND CUT THE COOKIES
  • Dust a surface with a little flour. Roll out the dough with a rolling pin to just thicker than 1cm – around ½”. You will want to use a little flour on the rolling pin too.
  • Use the round cookie cutter to cut out the shape and pop the cookies on a paper-lined baking tray.
  • Press the M&M´s into the round cut shapes.
  • BAKE THE COOKIES
  • Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown. 
  • DECORATE COOKIES
  • Melt 100 g chocolate.
  • Top the baked cookies with melted chocolate and add sprinkles. Enjoy!

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