Description

Easter Chocolate Chip M&M Cookies are the ultimate springtime treat, blending soft, chewy cookie goodness with vibrant, colorful M&Ms. These delightful cookies are perfect for celebrating the season, whether at a festive gathering or simply to brighten your day. With their rich chocolate flavor and fun textures, they’re a hit with both kids and adults alike. This easy recipe takes under an hour to whip up, making it ideal for last-minute baking. Bring joy to any occasion with these scrumptious cookies that are sure to become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

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1 cup softened butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup Easter M&Ms candy
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy (approximately 2-3 minutes).
Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla until fully mixed.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Fold in M&Ms and chocolate chips gently until evenly distributed.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden while centers remain soft.
Cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 70mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For thicker cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. Feel free to substitute M&Ms with other candies or chocolate chunks for variety.