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Chewy Mini M&M Cookies

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Last Updated:July 12, 2022Published:May 13, 2022
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These soft, chewy, mini M&M cookies can be made in one bowl with no mixer required! Inspired by the Great American Cookie recipe, these are sure to be a family favorite!

NEW! Turn these into cookie sandwiches with my cookie sandwich frosting!

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Why I love these chewy mini M&M cookies

  1. Soft & chewy: The melted butter makes these cookies ultra-soft & chewy!
  2. The perfect m&m crunch: There’s something about biting into a super soft cookie with that little mini m&m crunch on top. I have to say, putting them on top vs. mixed-in really gives the cookies a different texture!
  3. One bowl, no mixer: Based off my popular cookie cake recipe that uses melted butter, these soft m&m cookies can be made in under 20 minutes without a mixer!

Tips for success

  • Don’t use margarine: Margarine will not bake up the same as real butter. On the flip side, if you use European-style butter, you may need to add a tiny bit more flour.
  • Allow melted butter to cool: When using melted butter in cookies, it’s important that it’s not steaming hot or your cookies can turn out greasy. If your butter is steaming, give it a stir and let it cool down for a few minutes.
  • Don’t overbake: The key to the perfect soft & chewy texture is to use a light-colored metal pan (covered in parchment) and take them out of the oven before the edges turn brown. The cookies will continue to bake on the hot pan, allowing them to firm up without overbaking.
  • Press on m&m’s after they’re baked: While you can technically press them into the dough beforehand, the colors of m&m’s will tend to bleed in the oven. To prevent this, press on the m&m’s immediately after they come out of the oven.

How to make the best m&m cookies:

This is just an overview showing step-by-step photos, click here to jump down to full recipe card with exact instructions.

Step 1: Mix Dough

Melt butter for 20-30 seconds until just melted. If your butter is steaming, allow it to cool for a few minutes. Using a spatula (don’t use a mixer), stir in granulated sugar and brown sugar.

Stir in egg, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add flour and mix until all the flour disappears into the dough.

Tip: While this is a “wet” dough, your dough shouldn’t be runny like cake batter (some brands of butter can result in runnier dough). If it is runny, allow it to sit for 2-3 minutes to firm up. If it is still runny, add 1-2 tablespoons more flour and refrigerate until firm.

Step 2: Scoop & Bake

Line a light metal pan with parchment paper. Scoop dough into 3-tablespoon-sized scoops (I use this stainless steel cookie scoop!). Bake at 350°F for 9-10 minutes.

Tip: The key to the perfect soft & chewy texture is to take them out of the oven before the edges turn brown. The cookies will continue to bake on the hot pan, allowing them to firm up without overbaking.

Step 3: Press on mini m&m’s

Immediately after removing from the oven, press on the mini m&m’s. You want to work fast, as the m&m’s won’t stick once the cookie cools.

Once cooled, enjoy with a glass of milk or wrap them in plastic wrap then package them up for friends using my printable cookie pouches!

Storage & Freezing

Storing: These have the best texture when enjoyed within 3 days but they can be in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.
Freezing: Freeze in an airtight container for 1-2 months. For ultimate freshness, wrap each cookie in plastic wrap then place in an airtight container.


Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I make these gluten-free?

Since this mini m&m cookie recipe is based off my favorite cookie cake, you could totally try making these using my gluten-free cookie cake recipe but scoop them into cookies instead! They won’t look the same but will be delicious, chewy cookies.

Are these the exact same as the Great American Cookie recipe?

I wouldn’t say they’re exact but they’re a DANG GOOD homemade option if you want a soft, chewy, mini m&m cookie! They also remind me a lot of the grocery store bakery cookies.

My cookies turned out puffy…why is that?

Wrong Pan: A light metal pan with parchment paper will allow the cookies to spread into the thin & chewy cookie you see here. Note that dark metal pans will bake the cookies faster and will likely result in a puffier, crispier cookie. If you do use a dark metal pan, I’d recommend baking at 325°F to help offset the added heat.

Oven too hot: To get flat cookies, you also need to be sure your oven is at 350° (most ovens run hot!). My oven runs 25° degrees hot and 375° will bake the cookies too quickly and be puffy.

Eggs: You also want to be sure to use a room temperature egg (you can place in a bowl of warm water), as a cold egg can result in puffier cookies.

Flour: Lastly, overmeasuring or overpacking your flour can result in a cookie that won’t spread as much. Be sure to use the “spoon & level” method by scooping your flour into the measuring cup and then using a knife to scrape off the top.

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Chewy Mini M&M Cookies

These soft, chewy, mini M&M cookies can be made in one bowl with no mixer required! Inspired by the Great American Cookie recipe, these are sure to be a family favorite!

Author: Melissa Rose
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Category: chewy m&m cookie, Cookie, mini m&m cookie
Servings: 12 cookies
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Ingredients

Cookie Cake Recipe

  • ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick) You will be melting this
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature (you can put in a bowl of warm water for 5 minutes)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • Mini m&m's

Before you begin! If you make this, will you do me a huge favor and leave a review and rating letting me know how you liked this recipe? This helps my small business thrive so I can continue providing free recipes and high-quality content for you.

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter for 30-60 seconds or until fully melted.

  3. Add in white sugar and brown sugar and use a spatula to stir until combined (* do not use a mixer!). Add in egg and vanilla, then mix. Next, add in baking soda, baking powder, and salt and mix again. Add in flour and mix until all the flour disappears into the dough.

  4. Line a light metal pan with parchment paper. Scoop dough into 3-tablespoon-sized scoops (I use this stainless steel cookie scoop!).

  5. Bake at 350 for 9-10 minutes. The key to the perfect soft & chewy texture is to take them out of the oven before the edges turn brown. The cookies will continue to bake on the hot pan, allowing them to firm up without overbaking.

    *If your cookies puff up, immediately tap the pan on the counter a few times to help them deflate a bit. You want to do this immediately after removing from the oven. You can also flatten the tops of the next pan to help them spread.

  6. Immediately after removing from the oven, press on the mini m&m’s. You want to work fast, as the m&m’s won’t stick once the cookie cools.

  7. Allow to cool, then enjoy!

Last Step! Please leave a review and rating letting me know how you liked this recipe! This helps my small business thrive so I can continue providing free recipes and high-quality content for you.

Recipe Notes

Storing: These have the best texture when enjoyed within 3 days but they can be in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.

Freezing: Freeze in an airtight container for 1-2 months. For ultimate freshness, wrap each cookie in plastic wrap then place in an airtight container.

Gluten-free variation: Since this mini m&m cookie recipe is based off my favorite cookie cake, you could totally try making these using my gluten-free cookie cake recipe but scoop them into cookies instead! They won’t look the same but will be a delicious, chewy cookie.

Nutrition is auto-calculated and just an estimate.

Nutrition

Calories: 353kcal
Fat: 17g
Saturated fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 45mg
Sodium: 106mg
Potassium: 127mg
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 31g
Protein: 3g
Vitamin A: 380%
Calcium: 30%
Iron: 1.8%

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16 Comments

  1. Bree says

    02/15/2023 at 9:44 am

    5 stars
    My sister and I made these cookies, we put mini m&ms inside as well as on top… so yummy in our tummies!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      03/14/2023 at 7:43 pm

      Glad to hear you both loved the recipe, Bree! Thank you so much for leaving a review! :)

      Reply
  2. Destiny Deavila says

    12/21/2022 at 12:25 pm

    5 stars
    Perfect cookies thank you!

    Reply
  3. Lauri says

    08/21/2022 at 4:59 pm

    5 stars
    The best soft cookies!! Omgosh! This will be my new go-to recipe. I didn’t use mini M n M’s, I actually used Cookies n Creme reg sized M n M’s. (what I had on hand). I also just added them into the batter. They were still perfect cookies! Bake 9 minutes! Also such an EASY recipe, kudos on that. Felt like it took 1/3 time for prep! Definitely need to try this. It’s a keeper! Yay!!!❤️

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      08/21/2022 at 6:58 pm

      So glad that you enjoyed the recipe and these cookies Lauri!
      Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, I appreciate it.

      Reply
  4. Taylor says

    06/27/2022 at 8:15 pm

    5 stars
    Love these!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      06/28/2022 at 7:28 pm

      So glad to read that you love this recipe Taylor!

      Reply
  5. Ari says

    06/10/2022 at 7:56 pm

    I did everything that you said but they definitely didn’t turn out as yours did there very pail super doughy i’m not sure what I did wrong I ever left then in for longer

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      06/11/2022 at 8:21 am

      Hi Ari – what brand and kind of butter did you use?

      Reply
  6. Hannah S says

    05/25/2022 at 9:50 pm

    5 stars
    10/10. My son loves Panera candy cookies. We drove through the other day after making these and he said I don’t want one of those the ones we made at home are better.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      05/26/2022 at 9:03 pm

      That is so sweet! I am glad that you and your son both loved these cookies Hannah. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and share this story!

      Reply
  7. Shannon says

    05/20/2022 at 12:54 pm

    5 stars
    These are amazing! I was definitely questioning if they were under baked or not until I came back to look at your photos! The M&Ms really are tricky to get quick. They scooped beautifully. I love making your recipes.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      05/23/2022 at 8:54 pm

      Thank you for the wonderful compliment Shannon, I am glad that you were able to enjoy these cookies too!

      Reply
    • Kara says

      02/12/2023 at 12:29 am

      5 stars
      I appreciate how simple this recipe was to make! I used regular M&Ms instead of mini. I tried the first batch doing the method of placing the M&Ms after coming out of the oven, but it is not my favorite. The remaining batches I placed on prior to baking- it worked well. The cookies came out great! Great texture and flavor – got lots of compliments from people that tried them.

      Reply
  8. Tomma Marcincuk says

    05/14/2022 at 5:07 am

    5 stars
    These cookies are so nostalgic. They remind me of trips to the mall! They’re so soft and chewy and the candies are a perfect accompaniment.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      05/16/2022 at 9:42 pm

      I’m so glad that you enjoyed them Tomma!
      Thank you for leaving a review, I appreciate it!

      Reply

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