Irresistibly Soft Valentine M&M Cookies You'll Love
These Valentine M&M cookies are a soft, chewy treat, bursting with colorful M&M candies, perfect for sharing love on Valentine’s Day.
Equipment
- Mixer
- Baking Sheets
- Parchment paper
- Cooling Rack
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened to room temperature
- 1 cup Brown Sugar
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Quality vanilla recommended
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Check expiration
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Use good quality
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Mix-Ins
- 1 cup M&M Candies Mini M&Ms or themed candies can be used
Instructions
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the softened butter with brown and granulated sugars in a mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate the vanilla extract.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture gradually, mixing just until well combined.
- Fold in the M&M candies gently, saving a handful for topping.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough about 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake the cookies for 9-11 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
Optional: Sprinkle extra M&Ms on top immediately after baking for added color and crunch. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.