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A plate of cookies with m & m's on it.

M&M Christmas Cookies Recipe

Course: cookie, cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 29 minutes
Servings: 16
Calories: 296kcal
Author: Becky Hardin
Whip up these soft-baked cookies filled with M&Ms and chocolate chips for an easy Christmas treat!
Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2⅓ cups all-purpose flour 280 grams
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda 6 grams
  • 1½ teaspoons cornstarch 5 grams
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter 170 grams, melted (1½ sticks)
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar 160 grams
  • ½ cup granulated sugar 100 grams
  • 2 large eggs 100 grams, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 8 grams
  • ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips 85 grams
  • 10 tablespoons red and green M&M's 106 grams, divided (½ cup + 2 tablespoons for topping)

Instructions

  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt with a whisk. Set aside.
    2⅓ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1½ teaspoons cornstarch, ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    A bowl of flour, eggs, and other ingredients on a marble countertop.
  • In a medium mixing bowl with a hand mixer, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
    ¾ cup unsalted butter, ¾ cup light brown sugar, ½ cup granulated sugar
    A bowl of peanut butter cookie dough on a marble table.
  • Add the eggs and vanilla. Mix until combined.
    2 large eggs, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
    A bowl of batter with ingredients on a marble table.
  • Add the dry mixture, and mix with a large spoon or rubber spatula until completely combined.
    A bowl of cookie dough with a wooden spoon next to it.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips and M&M's.
    ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips, 10 tablespoons red and green M&M's
    A bowl of cookie dough with chocolate chips and m&m's.
  • Cover and chill for at least 1 hour to prevent the cookies from spreading.
  • Preheat oven to 325°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Use a cookie scoop to measure 3 tablespoons of dough. Roll into a smooth ball. Place 6 on each baking sheet.
    A baking sheet with cookies and candy on it.
  • Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges begin to brown.
  • While the cookies are still warm, press in the remaining M&M's in (just for looks).
    Christmas cookies on a baking sheet with red and green candies.
  • Allow the cookies to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack.

Notes

  • Take the eggs out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes before making the cookie dough. Room temperature eggs incorporate more easily into the cookie dough.
  • Before serving or storing, let the cookies cool completely.
Storage: Store M&M Christmas cookies in an airtight container or Ziplock bag at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 1 month. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 161mg | Potassium: 77mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 323IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2mg