Get ready to bake the chewiest, most colorful Sugar Cookies with M&Ms you’ve ever tasted! This bakery-style cookie recipe delivers perfectly soft centers, crispy edges, and bursts of chocolatey sweetness with every bite. Whether you’re whipping these up for birthday parties, holiday gatherings, or just to satisfy your cookie cravings, these M&M sugar cookies  are guaranteed to become your favorite sweet treat!

Whether you’re preparing for the holiday season, baking for a bake sale, or just in the mood for something sweet, you will love this easy m&m sugar cookie recipe! These chewy M&M sugar cookies are simple to make and are a huge hit with adults and kids alike!

Plus, I love changing the m&m cookie dough based on the season or holiday.. using different colored M&Ms is such a festive way to celebrate Valentine’s Day, the Fourth of July, or Christmas! All you need for this recipe is a prepared baking sheet, rubber spatula, and a large mixing bowl. 

Trust me, these are the best m&m cookies! And, if you love cookies, you’ll have to try my Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookies, Olive Oil Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Oatmeal Raisin Chocolate Chip Cookies!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Foolproof Texture: These chewy sugar cookies have the perfect balance of crisp edges and soft centers.
• Customizable Fun: Add your favorite M&M candies, or switch things up with seasonal colors for any occasion.
• One-Bowl Simplicity: With simple ingredients and no need for an electric mixer, these cookies come together effortlessly.

Ingredients

• Granulated Sugar: Adds just the right amount of sweetness for these chewy cookies—use superfine sugar for an even softer texture.
• Unsalted Butter: Melted butter ensures a rich flavor and easy mixing. Use room temperature butter if substituting.
• Vegetable Oil: Adds extra moisture, making these cookies irresistibly soft. Choose a neutral-flavored oil for the best way to enhance the dough.
• Large Egg: Brings the dough together—make sure it’s at room temperature for even mixing.
• Vanilla Extract: Use pure vanilla for that signature flavor—it’s worth the splurge!
• All-Purpose Flour: The base of these round cookies. Don’t forget to measure with a measuring cup for accuracy!
• Baking Soda: Gives the cookies their slight lift and soft texture.
• Baking Powder: Ensures the cookies puff up beautifully—don’t skip it!
• Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances all the flavors.
• M&M Candies: The star of this m&m sugar cookie recipe! Use mini M&Ms for a pop of color in every bite or switch to milk chocolate M&Ms for extra indulgence.

Ingredient Substitutions

• Chocolate Chips Instead of M&Ms: For a classic twist, substitute chocolate chips for a chewy, chocolate-packed version.
• Peanut Butter M&Ms: Add a nutty flavor to these delicious cookies with this fun swap!

Ingredient Additions

• Crushed Pretzels: Sprinkle crushed pretzels into the m&m cookie dough for a salty-sweet combo.
• White Chocolate Pieces: For a creamy addition, mix in chunks of white chocolate with the M&Ms.

Step by Step Instructions

Preheat the Oven: 

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a prepared baking sheet with parchment paper.

Make the Dough:

In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup (115g) melted unsalted butter, 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil, and 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar.

Stir until smooth. Add 1 large egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract, and mix until fully incorporated.

To the same bowl, add 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt. Mix with a rubber spatula until just combined, making sure no dry flour remains.

Gently fold in 3/4 cup (150g) M&Ms, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Bake: Use a large cookie scoop or about 2 tablespoons of dough to form cookie dough balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Press a few extra M&Ms onto the tops of each cookie for a colorful finish.

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and golden brown while the centers remain soft.

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Expert Tips and Notes

• Chill Time: A short chill time (10-15 minutes) helps the dough hold its shape and creates soft centers with crispy edges.
• Perfect Cookie Size: Use a large cookie scoop for even, bakery-style cookies. For mini versions, try a 1-inch cookie scoop.
• Extra M&M Magic: Gently press additional M&Ms onto the tops of the cookies right before baking for a picture-perfect finish.

Serving Suggestions

• Cookie Sandwiches: Spread vanilla buttercream or tangy cream cheese frosting between two cookies for a decadent treat.
• Ice Cream Sandwiches: Add a scoop of your favorite ice cream between cookies, rolling edges in mini M&Ms for extra flair.
• Dessert Boards: Pair these cookies with chocolate-dipped pretzels, candies, and mini cupcakes for a festive spread.
• Sundae Topping: Crumble cookies over ice cream and drizzle with hot fudge for a show-stopping sundae.
• Mini Cookie Dunkers: Bake smaller cookies perfect for dipping into milk, coffee, or hot cocoa.
• Complete the Spread: Pair with a creamy dip like whipped cream cheese frosting for a dessert platter, or add them to a charcuterie board featuring dried fruits and nuts.

Storage Instructions

• Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cookie dough balls in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Bake directly from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to the bake time.

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