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Valentine’s Day M&M Cookies

Irresistible Valentine's Day M&M Cookies Recipe for Sweethearts

Delight in these Valentine’s Day M&M Cookies, a festive treat perfect for sharing love and sweetness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup M&Ms (plus extra for topping)

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowls
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of M&Ms into the dough, reserving some for pressing on top before baking.
  6. Scoop tablespoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Press extra M&Ms on top.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are still soft. Let cool slightly before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7g

Notes

Feel free to swap in different types of chocolate candies or nuts for variations. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

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