Can I use regular M&Ms instead of Easter M&Ms?

Absolutely! This recipe works wonderfully with any variety of M&Ms. Use seasonal colors for different holidays - red and green for Christmas, orange and brown for Halloween, or the classic mix for year-round enjoyment.

Why did my cookies spread too much?

The most common cause is butter that's too warm. If your kitchen is hot or the butter was completely melted rather than partially melted, the cookies will spread more. Try chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking. Also, make sure your baking sheet is cool between batches.

Can I make these cookies larger or smaller?

Yes! Adjust the baking time accordingly - about 6-7 minutes for smaller cookies and 10-12 minutes for larger ones. Just watch for the edges to set and the centers to look slightly underdone when you pull them from the oven.

How do I know if I've added too much flour?

The dough should be soft and a little sticky, but still easy to roll into balls. If it's crumbly or too stiff, you've likely added too much flour. Next time, try measuring by weight (about 210g for this recipe) or using the spoon-and-level method rather than scooping directly from the flour container.

Easter M&M Cookies Recipe

Name: Easter M&M Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 17 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter; 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed); 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 large egg; 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup plain chocolate Easter M&M’s; 1/4 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips

Description

Celebrate Easter with these delightful and colorful M&M cookies! Soft, chewy, and packed with chocolate flavor, these cookies are perfect for the holiday or any time you need a sweet treat. Simple to make and bursting with festive charm, they’ll be a hit with kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg

Dry Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

1 cup plain chocolate Easter M&M’s
1/4 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your oven is at the right temperature when the cookies are ready to bake.
Prepare the Butter
Microwave the butter in a large, microwave-safe bowl for about 40 seconds, until it’s approximately 80% melted. Whisk the butter to smooth it out completely.
Combine Wet Ingredients
Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar to the melted butter. Whisk until well-combined. Stir in the vanilla extract and egg until fully incorporated.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients
Add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Mix gently until just combined. Take care not to overmix. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky but not overly sticky.
Fold in Add-ins
Gently stir in the M&M’s and mini semisweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Portion the Dough
Using a medium cookie scoop, scoop out 1.5 tablespoons of dough for each cookie. Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the Cookies
Bake the cookies for 7-10 minutes, or until the edges are set. The cookies will appear puffy and slightly underbaked in the center, which will give them a soft, chewy texture once cooled.
Cool the Cookies
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Butter: For best results, use salted butter. If using unsalted butter, increase the salt in the recipe to 1/2 teaspoon.
Brown Sugar: Both light or dark brown sugar work well, but light brown sugar was used in the cookies pictured.
Flour: Proper measurement of the flour is crucial. Weighing it is the most accurate method. Too much flour can make the cookies dense.
Chocolate Chips: Feel free to substitute the semisweet chocolate chips with white, milk, or dark chocolate chips according to your preference.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg