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Peanut Butter M&M Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Peanut Butter M&M Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
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Delight in these Peanut Butter M&M Chocolate Chip Cookies that combine creamy peanut butter, crunchy M&M candies, and rich chocolate chips for a colorful, chewy treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup M&M candies (plus extra for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat together the softened unsalted butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which usually takes about 2-3 minutes with a mixer.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture until fully combined, making sure the batter is smooth.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the cookies tough.
  5. Fold in Chocolate Chips and M&Ms: Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and M&M candies so they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
  6. Shape Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow spreading while baking.
  7. Add Topping M&Ms: Press a few extra M&M candies on top of each dough ball for a colorful, attractive, bakery-style appearance.
  8. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers just look set but still soft.
  9. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely to room temperature.

Notes

  • For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them and let cool on the sheet.
  • Use room temperature butter and egg for best mixing results.
  • You can substitute crunchy peanut butter for an added texture twist.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Freezing dough balls before baking can help maintain shape and flavor over time.

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