Double Chocolate M&M Delight Cookies
Indulge in a heavenly chocolate experience with these Double Chocolate M&M Delight Cookies. Packed with rich cocoa flavor and bursting with colorful, crunchy M&M baking bits, these cookies are perfect for any chocolate lover. They offer a delightful combination of soft, chewy cookie balanced with pockets of luscious semi-sweet chocolate and charming M&M candies. Perfect for family gatherings, bake sales, or an irresistible treat just for you!
60
Servings
120
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1 cup (softened)
granulated sugar
1 cup
light brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
vanilla extract
2 teaspoons
salt
1/2 teaspoon
eggs
2
all-purpose flour
2 cups
Hershey's cocoa
1/2 cup
baking soda
1 teaspoon
semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 cups
miniature M&M baking bits
1 package (12 ounces)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture becomes light and creamy.
3
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth and well-incorporated mixture.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, Hershey's cocoa, and baking soda until well combined.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamy butter mixture, stirring gently just until blended.
6
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and miniature M&M baking bits, mixing until evenly distributed.
7
Using a rounded teaspoon, drop the cookie dough onto an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing each portion about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are set but the centers still appear slightly soft.
9
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the cookie sheet for about 5 minutes.
10
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, store them in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
6g
Fat
16g
Carbs
1.2g
Protein
0.4g
Fiber
12g
Sugar
50mg
Sodium
14.3mg
Cholesterol
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Double Chocolate M&M Delight Cookies?
They are rich chocolate cookies packed with cocoa flavor, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and colorful miniature M&M baking bits, offering a soft and chewy texture.
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 60 cookies.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
How long should I bake the cookies?
Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft.
What type of cocoa powder should I use?
The recipe specifically calls for 1/2 cup of Hershey's cocoa.
Do I need to grease the cookie sheet?
No, the instructions specify dropping the dough onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
How much butter is required?
You will need 1 cup of softened butter.
What types of sugar are used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of packed light brown sugar.
How many eggs do I need?
You will need 2 eggs, added one at a time.
What kind of chocolate chips are included?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
What size M&Ms should I use?
The recipe specifies using one 12-ounce package of miniature M&M baking bits.
How much flour is in the recipe?
The recipe requires 2 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
What is the calorie count per cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 120 calories.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 6 grams of fat per cookie.
How many carbohydrates are in each cookie?
Each cookie has 16 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the sugar content per cookie?
Each cookie contains 12 grams of sugar.
Is there fiber in these cookies?
Yes, each cookie contains about 0.4 grams of fiber.
How much sodium is in one cookie?
Each cookie contains 50 milligrams of sodium.
What is the cholesterol content per serving?
Each cookie has 14.3 milligrams of cholesterol.
How should I space the dough on the baking sheet?
Space the dough portions about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
What size dough portions should I make?
Use a rounded teaspoon to drop the cookie dough onto the sheet.
How long should the cookies cool before moving them?
Allow the cookies to cool on the cookie sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
How should these cookies be stored?
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.
What leavening agent is used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
When should I add the chocolate chips and M&Ms?
Fold them in after the dry ingredients have been blended into the butter and sugar mixture.
Is salt included in the ingredients?
Yes, the recipe requires 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What should the butter and sugar mixture look like after beating?
The mixture should be beaten until it becomes light and creamy.
Are these cookies good for bake sales?
Yes, their colorful appearance and rich chocolate flavor make them perfect for bake sales and family gatherings.
Can I use a stand mixer?
While the recipe says to use a mixing bowl, you can certainly use a stand mixer to beat the butter and sugars until creamy.