Easter M&M Cookies Recipe

These Easter M&M Cookies are a delightful and festive treat that’s perfect for the holiday season. With a soft and chewy texture, a buttery flavor, and a generous amount of white chocolate chips and colorful M&M’s, these cookies are easy to make and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to bake a batch of these delicious cookies:

• All-purpose flour: Provides structure and texture.
• Baking soda: Helps the cookies rise and become light and airy.
• Salt: Enhances the overall flavor.
• Unsalted butter: Room temperature, adds richness and flavor.
• Light brown sugar: Packed, adds moisture and a hint of molasses flavor.
• Granulated sugar: Adds sweetness and helps with browning.
• Eggs: Large, bind the ingredients together.
• Vanilla extract: Adds a touch of warmth and sweetness.
• White chocolate chips: Adds a creamy sweetness and complements the M&M’s.
• Easter M&M candies: Adds a chocolatey crunch and a festive touch.

For the Topping:

• White chocolate chips: Adds extra chocolate chunks to the top.
• Easter M&M candies: Adds more color and chocolate to the top.

How to Make Easter M&M Cookies

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugars

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. The more air you whip into the mixture, the fluffier your cookies will be. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula.

Step 4: Add Eggs and Vanilla

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6: Add Chocolate Chips and M&M’s

Fold in 1 cup each of the white chocolate chips and Easter M&M’s until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 7: Scoop, Chill, and Bake

Use a large cookie scoop (about 3 tablespoons) to portion out mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Refrigerate the cookie dough for at least 40 minutes to prevent spreading. While the dough is chilling, preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the tops are puffy and set.

Step 8: Decorate and Cool

Remove the baking sheets from the oven and immediately press the remaining white chocolate chips and M&M’s onto the tops of the warm cookies. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 3-5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

How to Serve Easter M&M Cookies

• Easter Treats: These Easter M&M Cookies are perfect for Easter parties, egg hunts, or classroom treats.
• Spring Snack: Enjoy them as a fun and festive spring snack for kids and adults alike.
• Dessert: Serve them as a simple yet satisfying dessert after a meal.

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Freezing:

You can freeze the unbaked cookie dough. Simply scoop the dough onto a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then, transfer the frozen dough balls to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of chocolate chip?

Yes, you can use any type of chocolate chip you like, such as dark chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate, or even butterscotch chips.

Can I add other ingredients to these cookies?

Absolutely! Feel free to add chopped nuts, dried fruit, or other mix-ins to the dough.

Can I make these cookies smaller?

Yes, you can use a smaller cookie scoop to make smaller cookies. Just adjust the baking time accordingly.

How can I make these cookies crispier?

Bake them for a few minutes longer, or use a higher oven temperature.

There you have it! A delicious and easy-to-follow recipe for Easter M&M Cookies that will impress your friends and family. Enjoy!

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