Chewy Mini M&M's or Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the sweetness of these delightful Chewy Mini M&M's or Chocolate Chip Cookies, a beloved treat that brings joy to both kids and adults alike! With a perfect balance of soft, chewy texture and burst of flavor, these cookies are the ultimate comfort snack. Made with your choice of classic chocolate chips, colorful mini M&M's, or decadent butterscotch chips, they are versatile enough to suit any sweet tooth. Whip up a batch today and watch them disappear in no time - they'll be the highlight of snack time and an exciting addition to lunchboxes!
72
Servings
167
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
white sugar
1.5 cups (granulated)
brown sugar
1.5 cups (packed)
shortening
1.5 cups (softened)
eggs
3 large (beaten)
vanilla extract
1/2 tablespoon (pure)
hot water
6 tablespoons (boiled)
all-purpose flour
5.25 cups (sifted)
salt
1/2 tablespoon (kosher or sea salt)
baking soda
1/2 tablespoon (sifted)
chocolate chips or mini M&M's
1 (12 ounce) bag (semi-sweet or colorful)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the white sugar, brown sugar, and softened shortening until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Add the beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and hot water to the sugar mixture, and mix until well combined.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, salt, and baking soda to combine the dry ingredients evenly.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Gently fold in the chocolate chips or mini M&M's, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
7
Drop rounded heaping teaspoons of cookie dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving enough space between each cookie for spreading.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 9 minutes or until the edges are light golden brown. The centers may look slightly underbaked; they will firm up as they cool.
9
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
8.33g
Fat
25g
Carbs
0.42g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main flavor of these cookies?
These cookies feature a delightful blend of white and brown sugars with your choice of chocolate chips, mini M&Ms, or butterscotch chips.
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 72 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit or 190 degrees Celsius.
What type of fat is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1.5 cups of softened shortening.
Can I use mini M&Ms instead of chocolate chips?
Yes, you can use one 12-ounce bag of either mini M&M's or chocolate chips.
How long should the cookies bake?
Bake the cookies for 9 minutes or until the edges are light golden brown.
What texture can I expect from these cookies?
These are designed to be soft and chewy cookies.
How many eggs are required?
You will need 3 large eggs, beaten.
Why is hot water included in the ingredients?
Hot water is mixed with the liquid ingredients to help create the specific chewy texture of the dough.
How much flour is needed?
The recipe requires 5.25 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
Should I grease the baking sheet?
No, the instructions specify using an ungreased baking sheet.
What is the first step in making the dough?
Start by creaming together the white sugar, brown sugar, and softened shortening until fluffy.
How should I portion the cookie dough?
Drop rounded heaping teaspoons of cookie dough onto the baking sheet.
What do I do if the centers look underbaked?
It is normal for the centers to look slightly underbaked; they will firm up as they cool.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 167 calories.
What type of salt should I use?
The recipe suggests using kosher or sea salt.
How much vanilla extract is used?
Use 1/2 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract.
What should I do with the flour and baking soda before mixing?
You should sift the flour and baking soda and whisk them together with the salt.
How much protein is in each cookie?
Each cookie has approximately 0.42g of protein.
What is the best way to cool the cookies?
Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to wire racks.
Can I use butterscotch chips instead?
Yes, the description mentions that butterscotch chips are a great versatile option for this recipe.
What category of cookie is this?
These are classified as Drop Cookies.
How much total fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 8.33g of fat.
Why is it important not to overmix the dough?
Overmixing can lead to a tougher cookie; stir until just combined for the best results.
Is this recipe suitable for children?
Yes, it is tagged as kids-friendly and is a beloved treat for both kids and adults.
How much brown sugar is needed?
The recipe calls for 1.5 cups of packed brown sugar.
Can I pack these in a lunchbox?
Yes, they are described as an exciting and perfect addition to lunchboxes.
What should be the state of the shortening?
The shortening should be softened before you begin the creaming process.
How many total ingredients are used?
There are 10 total ingredients in this recipe.
How much white sugar is used?
The recipe uses 1.5 cups of granulated white sugar.