12 Days of Christmas Cookies: Day 8!
12 Days of Christmas Cookies: Day 8! We are making Christmas M&M cookies! I like to combine Chocolate chips with M&Ms for these cookies but you can use all M&Ms if you’d like! 🍪🎅🏼
These add a fun pop of color to your holiday cookie boxes! Plus, you really can’t go wrong with a classic M&M cookie with a holiday twist! 🎄
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cup AP Flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup M&M's and chocolate chips
Cream butter and sugars until smooth, about 2 minutes of mixing. Add egg and vanilla extract, mix until creamy and smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
Gradually add dry ingredients into the wet and mix on low for a few seconds. Add in M&Ms and chocolate chips and mix until it’s just combined and you can no longer see any flour.
Refrigerate dough for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Scoop and place spaced out on a baking sheet.
Preheat oven to 350F
Bake for 10-12 minutes
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If you're looking to add some festive cheer to your holiday baking, these Christmas M&M cookies are a perfect choice. Combining colorful M&Ms with rich chocolate chips not only makes the cookies more visually appealing but also enhances their flavor profile. The use of all-purpose flour along with a balanced blend of baking powder and baking soda ensures the cookies rise just enough to have that soft, chewy texture that’s perfect for holiday treats. One tip for best results is to chill the cookie dough for 30 minutes to an hour before baking. This step helps the dough firm up, resulting in cookies that hold their shape better and have a tender crumb. Also, spacing the dough scoops well on your baking sheet allows the cookies to spread evenly without merging. For a holiday twist, consider using seasonal M&Ms like red and green or even adding a sprinkle of festive sugar on top before baking for a subtle sparkle. You can also experiment with mixing in crushed peppermint candies or a dash of cinnamon for extra holiday flavor. These cookies are a crowd-pleaser and great for cookie exchange parties, gifting, or simply enjoying with a cup of cocoa or eggnog. Their vibrant colors and delicious taste make them stand out in any cookie tray. Overall, this recipe brings a fun and easy way to celebrate the season with homemade treats that combine classic flavors and festive flair. Whether you bake them for family gatherings or holiday events, these Christmas M&M cookies are sure to bring smiles and warm holiday memories.
Yummmm!🩷