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Soft Chocolate M&M Cookies Recipe

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These Soft Chocolate M&M Cookies are a delightful twist on classic chocolate cookies, combining rich cocoa flavor with colorful M&M candies for a fun and chewy treat. Perfectly soft in the center with a slightly crisp edge, they make an ideal snack or dessert for chocolate and candy lovers alike.

Ingredients

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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

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

  • 1 cup M&M candies

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. 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 create a tender texture.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to fully incorporate them, then stir in the vanilla extract for additional flavor.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and cocoa throughout the flour.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  6. Fold in M&Ms: Gently fold in the M&M candies so they’re evenly spread throughout the cookie dough without breaking them too much.
  7. Scoop Dough: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart to allow for spreading.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft to keep the cookies chewy.
  9. Cool: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they firm up but stay soft.

Notes

  • For softer cookies, slightly underbake and allow residual heat to finish cooking.
  • You can substitute M&M candies with mini chocolate chips or other candy pieces if preferred.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
  • Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking may help prevent excessive spreading.
  • Use parchment paper or silicone baking mats for easy cleanup and to avoid sticking.

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