Indulge in the classic and delicious taste of Robbi's M&M's Cookies. These soft and chewy cookies are loaded with colorful M&M's candies, making them perfect for kids and adults alike. With a simple recipe and common pantry ingredients, you can whip up a batch of these mouth-watering cookies in no time. Enjoy them as a sweet treat or share them with friends and family during special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups M&M's candies
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the M&M's candies, reserving some for topping the cookies.
- Scoop 1-2 tablespoons of dough and drop onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Gently press a few reserved M&M's candies onto the top of each dough mound.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Repeat with the remaining dough, baking in batches.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Interesting Facts
M&M's candies were introduced in 1941 and named after Forrest Mars Sr., the creator of the candy-coated chocolate.
The M&M's brand produces over 400 million chocolate candies every day.
M&M's candies are available in various flavors and colors, making them a versatile ingredient in baking and desserts.
Adding M&M's to cookies not only adds a burst of color but also creates a delightful combination of chocolate and crunchy candy shell in every bite.