Inject a splash of color and sweetness into your day with these irresistible M&M cookies! Made with a base of golden brown butter for a rich, nutty flavor, and loaded with vibrant M&Ms and chocolate chips, these cookies are the perfect blend of soft, chewy, and utterly delightful. This recipe is your ticket to a batch of eye-catching treats that are as fun to make as they are to eat, guaranteeing smiles all around.
Why You'll Love This:
What sets these cookies apart is the use of browned butter, a simple step that elevates the cookies' flavor profile to a whole new level of deliciousness. The combination of M&Ms and chocolate chips not only adds a colorful visual appeal but also ensures every bite is packed with chocolatey goodness. Plus, the chilling step ensures that each cookie bakes up perfectly thick and chewy. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe is foolproof for a sweet success.
Perfect Occasion:
These M&M cookies are ideal for any occasion that calls for a little extra joy and color. Perfect for birthday parties, school events, holiday celebrations, or simply as a cheerful snack to brighten a regular day. They're also wonderful as a homemade gift, wrapped up in pretty packaging to share a bit of happiness with friends and family.
Decoration Tips:
For an extra pretty presentation, press a few additional M&Ms and chocolate chips into the top of each cookie dough ball before baking. This not only adds to their colorful appeal but also ensures a perfect chocolate-to-cookie ratio. To make these cookies even more special, consider mixing in different colored M&Ms for themed occasions like holidays or sports team colors.
Ingredients:
- 125 grams of salted butter
- 120 grams of fine white sugar
- 60 grams of light brown sugar
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract
- 210 grams of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- M&Ms and chocolate chips (add according to your heart's desire)
Instructions:
- Begin by melting the butter in a saucepan over low to medium heat, stirring constantly. Continue to stir as the butter foams and then turns a golden brown or amber color. Once achieved, carefully pour the browned butter into a heatproof dish to cool for 15-20 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the cooled brown butter with both sugars until well combined.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract thoroughly.
- Gently fold in the flour and baking soda until just combined, ensuring not to overmix.
- Stir in M&Ms and chocolate chips to your liking.
- Chill the cookie dough in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Scoop 1-2 heaped tablespoons of the dough, roll it into balls, and place them on the prepared tray. If desired, press a few extra M&Ms and chocolate chips on top for decoration.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 14-17 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The center should still be soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these soft and chewy M&M cookies, a delightful treat that's sure to add a pop of color and joy to any day!
