Christmas M&M Cookies (Printable Version)

Festive cookies bursting with M&Ms for sweet holiday moments. #holidaybaking #festivecookies #christmasfun #mmcookies #softcookies

# Ingredients:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
04 - 1 large egg, at room temperature
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
07 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
08 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Mix-ins and Toppings

10 - 1 1/2 cups red and green M&Ms, divided

# Steps:

01 - Set oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
03 - Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
04 - Whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
05 - Gradually blend the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
06 - Gently fold 1 cup of red and green M&Ms into the cookie dough.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
08 - Press the remaining 1/2 cup of M&Ms onto the tops of each dough ball.
09 - Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden. Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

# Notes:

01 - For variety, substitute colored M&Ms with regular M&Ms or chocolate chips.

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