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Peanut Butter M&M Cookies Recipe

Peanut Butter M&M Cookies Recipe
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Delight in the perfect combination of creamy peanut butter and colorful, crunchy M&Ms with these Peanut Butter M&M Cookies. Soft, chewy, and packed with peanut butter flavor, these cookies feature mini peanut butter M&Ms and chocolate chips for an extra burst of sweetness and texture. Perfect for any occasion, they offer a delicious twist on a classic favorite that kids and adults alike will love.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup salted butter (softened at room temperature)
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter (softened at room temperature)
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 whole large eggs
  • 1 egg yolk

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Sugars and Mix-ins

  • 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups peanut butter mini M&Ms (or regular M&Ms)
  • 3/4 cups mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper or silpat mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment to cream together the softened salted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and creamy. This usually takes about 2 to 4 minutes and is key to a tender cookie texture.
  3. Add Wet Flavorings and Eggs: Add the creamy peanut butter and pure vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, then mix in the two large eggs and one egg yolk. Mix until everything is fully combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure an even blend.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder to ensure they are evenly distributed. This prevents uneven rising and creates a perfect texture.
  5. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  6. Fold in M&Ms and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the peanut butter mini M&Ms and mini chocolate chips to evenly distribute them throughout the cookie dough without breaking the candies.
  7. Scoop and Bake: Using a large cookie scoop, portion out about 3 tablespoons of dough per cookie onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake for 12-13 minutes, or until the edges turn a light golden brown.
  8. Cool and Serve: After baking, optionally sprinkle the cookies with flaky sea salt for a flavor contrast. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious Peanut Butter M&M Cookies!

Notes

  • Softened butter and peanut butter at room temperature make mixing easier and help achieve the right cookie texture.
  • For best results, do not overmix the dough once you add the flour to avoid tough cookies.
  • Feel free to substitute regular M&Ms if peanut butter M&Ms are unavailable.
  • Adding flaky sea salt on top enhances the flavors and contrasts beautifully with the sweetness.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

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