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Peanut Butter M&M Cookies

Peanut Butter M&M Cookies: Melt-in-Your-Mouth Delight!

Enjoy these Peanut Butter M&M Cookies, a sweet treat that combines creamy peanut butter and vibrant M&Ms for a delightful snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Can substitute with unsalted butter, adding 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Brands like Jif or Skippy recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Using vanilla bean paste offers intense aroma.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Utilized for balanced sweetness.
  • 2 large Eggs Ensure they're at room temperature.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Added for moisture.
  • 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level when measuring.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 cup Mini Peanut Butter M&Ms Enhances peanut butter flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Adds chocolatey bursts.
Optional Topping
  • to taste Flaky Sea Salt Sprinkle on top before baking.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Baking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the salted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for about 2-4 minutes.
  3. Add the creamy peanut butter, eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, then blend until silky.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until a thick dough forms.
  6. Fold in mini peanut butter M&Ms and mini chocolate chips.
  7. Scoop about 3 tablespoons of dough per cookie onto the baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake in the oven for 12-13 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and centers are soft.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for any baking occasion, easy to prepare, and sure to impress friends and family.

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