Description
These Soft Chocolate M&M Cookies are a delightful treat featuring a rich cocoa flavor combined with colorful M&M candies. Perfectly soft with a slightly chewy center, they are quick and easy to bake, making them ideal for any chocolate lover craving a sweet indulgence in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup M&;M candies
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps to create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to combine the dry ingredients evenly.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cookies.
- Fold in M&Ms: Gently fold the M&M candies into the dough until they are evenly distributed throughout, adding colorful bursts of sweetness.
- Form Cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie for spreading.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft for that perfect chewy texture.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing them to firm up without losing softness.
Notes
- For an extra indulgent touch, add 1 cup of chocolate chips along with the M&M candies to the dough.
- To keep the centers soft, avoid overbaking. Cookies will continue to set as they cool on the baking sheet.
- Customize with different M&M varieties like peanut or almond for unique flavors.
- Add a dash of instant coffee or espresso powder to intensify the chocolate flavor.
- Enjoy these cookies with a glass of milk or a scoop of ice cream for an extra special treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 164
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 82mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 18mg
