M&M Chocolate Christmas Cookies (Printer-Friendly)
Soft cookies packed with M&M’s and chocolate chips, perfect for Christmas.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 tablespoon golden syrup or substitute (maple, rice, coconut, or corn syrup)
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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Mix-ins
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1 cup chocolate chips, divided
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1 cup M&M’s, divided
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large bowl, beat softened butter with brown and white sugars until pale and fluffy using an electric mixer.
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Add egg, vanilla extract, and syrup to the mixture. Beat until just combined.
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Mix in flour, baking soda, and salt. Add more flour by the tablespoon if dough is too sticky to handle.
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Gently fold in half of the chocolate chips and M&Ms using hands or a spatula without overmixing.
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Scoop 18–20 tablespoon-sized dough balls for standard cookies or 12 double-sized balls for jumbo cookies. Place 3 inches apart on baking sheets.
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Press remaining chocolate chips and M&Ms on top. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 11–12 minutes until edges are golden.
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Remove from oven while centers appear soft. Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 30 minutes to fully set.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Avoid overbaking to maintain soft centers; cookies will firm up as they cool.
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Use syrup to enhance moisture and chewiness without altering flavor.