Description
Valentine M&M Cookies are the perfect sweet treat for celebrating love and joy on Valentine’s Day! These soft, chewy cookies are studded with colorful Valentine-themed M&M candies, adding a fun and festive twist. The combination of the rich vanilla cookie dough and the crunchy, sweet M&Ms makes these cookies a delicious and visually appealing dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re baking for a special someone, a school party, or just because, these cookies are sure to brighten anyone’s day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups Valentine-themed M&Ms (or regular M&Ms)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Ingredient Highlights
- M&Ms: The colorful Valentine M&Ms bring a festive touch and a sweet crunch to every bite.
- Butter: The butter provides a rich, tender texture to the cookies and enhances the flavor.
- Brown Sugar: The brown sugar adds a bit of molasses flavor, contributing to the cookie’s chewy texture and sweetness.
- Vanilla Extract: The vanilla extract complements the sweetness of the M&Ms and rounds out the flavor of the dough.
Instructions
Prepare the Cookie Dough:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats for easy cleanup.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the M&Ms: Gently fold in the Valentine-themed M&Ms (and chocolate chips, if using), ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Shape and Bake the Cookies:
- Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Leave about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look set. The cookies will firm up as they cool.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 150-180 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 1g