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Peanut Butter M&M Cookies

Peanut Butter M&M Cookies
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These Peanut Butter M&M Cookies offer a perfect blend of chewy texture, rich peanut butter flavor, and the colorful crunch of M&M candies. Quick and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients, they are perfect for parties, family desserts, or a sweet snack, delivering fun and irresistible taste in every bite.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup M&M candies

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in baking soda and salt, then gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. The dough will be thick and slightly sticky, perfect for holding M&Ms.
  4. Fold in M&M Candies: Carefully fold in the M&M candies, distributing them evenly without crushing the shells.
  5. Scoop and Bake: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, so they set perfectly but stay chewy.

Notes

  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing.
  • Fold in M&Ms gently to keep candy shells intact and colorful.
  • Remove cookies from oven as soon as edges turn golden for chewy centers.
  • Balance granulated and brown sugar precisely for perfect crunch and moisture.

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Keywords: peanut butter cookies, M&M cookies, chewy cookies, colorful cookies, easy cookies, gluten-free cookies, family dessert, party snack

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