Small Batch M&M Cookies
Enjoy our small batch M&M cookies! These soft, chewy cookies are packed with buttery flavor and loaded with colorful M&Ms that add a delightful crunch and chocolatey sweetness. Perfectly portioned, this recipe makes just enough cookies for a satisfying treat without any extras.
Servings: 7 cookies
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter -softened
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon cornstarch
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup M&M candies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
- In a medium bowl, use an electric hand mixer to cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed for about 1 minute until fully combined.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients on low speed until a dough forms.
- Gently fold in the M&Ms with a spatula.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Scoop the dough into 2-3 tablespoon portions, roll them into balls, and place them about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Measure Flour Correctly: Spoon flour into a dry measuring cup until slightly overfilled, then level it off with the back of a knife. Avoid scooping flour directly from the container, as it packs the flour too tightly and can result in using more than needed.
- Softening Butter: For perfectly softened butter, leave it out on the counter for about 30 minutes before you start baking.
- Line the Baking Sheet: Always line your baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Avoid using butter or cooking spray, as it can make the cookies spread too much by creating a greasy surface.
- Make Picture-Perfect Cookies: To give your cookies a bakery-style look, press a few M&Ms onto the tops of the dough balls just before baking. It’s an easy way to make them extra colorful, especially when sharing with friends or neighbors!
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 215kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 145mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 235IU | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg
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