Get ready to experience cookie perfection with these mouthwatering Giant Chewy M&M Cookies that are about to become your new obsession! Imagine biting into a massive, soft cookie packed with colorful M&M's, crispy edges, and a chewy center that will make your taste buds dance with joy. These aren't just ordinary cookies - they're a celebration of sweetness, texture, and pure baking magic that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups M&M's
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract and eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups of M&M's into the cookie dough, reserving the remaining 1/2 cup for topping.
- Using a large cookie scoop or 1/4 cup measure, drop dough balls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 3 inches apart.
- Press the remaining M&M's onto the top of each cookie dough ball, ensuring some candies are visible on the surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers are still slightly soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Use room temperature butter and eggs for the smoothest, most evenly mixed dough.
- Don't overmix the cookie dough - this can lead to tough, dense cookies.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker, more structured cookies.
- Press extra M&M's on top of each cookie dough ball to create a visually stunning presentation.
- Use a large cookie scoop for consistent, bakery-style giant cookies.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to help them set properly.
- For maximum freshness, store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain moisture.
- Experiment with different M&M varieties like peanut, pretzel, or seasonal editions for unique flavor twists!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 48g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 70mg
