Description
These M&M Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate treat when you’re craving something sweet, nutty, and chocolatey all in one. With a soft and chewy center, crisp edges, and bursts of colorful M&Ms, they’re perfect for quick breakfast bites, easy dessert ideas, or a fun snack to pack in lunchboxes. This easy recipe is kid-friendly, party-perfect, and totally freezer-friendly—ideal for busy weeks and joyful weekends.
Ingredients
113 g unsalted butter, softened
100 g brown sugar
50 g granulated sugar
130 g peanut butter
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
140 g all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
100 g M&Ms
60 g mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
2. Mix in the peanut butter until well blended, then add the egg and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
3. In another bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
5. Fold in M&Ms and mini chocolate chips (if using) gently.
6. Scoop dough into 1.5 tablespoon balls and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
7. Chill the dough balls for 30 minutes.
8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
9. Bake for 10–11 minutes or until edges are golden.
10. Cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chilling the dough helps reduce spread and intensifies flavor.
Use room-temperature ingredients for smoother mixing.
Add a few extra M&Ms on top of each dough ball before baking for bakery-style looks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 105 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: peanut butter cookies, M&M cookies, easy dessert, kid friendly cookies, soft cookies