M&M's Cookies

These typical American cookies are delicious and fun, perfect for adding a touch of joy to any party, especially those dedicated to children's birthdays. Their crunchy texture, combined with intense flavors, makes them a real treat for all ages.

To get started, make sure you have all the ingredients on hand. You will need soft butter, granulated sugar, a fresh egg, vanilla extract, flour, salt, baking soda, ground nuts, and of course, a generous amount of M&M’s candies. Start by preheating the oven to 180 degrees Celsius, which will ensure even and perfect baking of the cookies.

In a large bowl, mix the soft butter with the sugar until you get a creamy and homogeneous mixture. This is the base of the cookies, and a well-made mixture will lead to a better texture. Add the egg and vanilla extract, continuing to mix until all the ingredients are fully incorporated. The vanilla will give the cookies a pleasant aroma and make each bite a real delight.

Then, in another bowl, sift the flour together with the salt and baking soda. This is an important step, as it helps avoid the formation of lumps and ensures an even distribution of the ingredients. Add the flour mixture to the butter and egg mixture, mixing with a spatula or by hand until the ingredients are well combined. Finally, incorporate the ground nuts and half of the M&M’s, gently mixing to distribute them evenly.

Form small balls of dough, being careful not to make them too large, to allow for even baking. Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, leaving enough space between them to expand during baking. Don’t forget to decorate each ball with a few M&M’s, pressing them lightly into the dough to secure them.

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until they become slightly golden. It is important not to leave them too long, as they will lose their crunchy texture. After removing them from the oven, let them cool on the tray for a few minutes to firm up before transferring them to a rack with a spatula.

These cookies are delicious both warm and cold and can be stored in an airtight container to maintain their freshness. If you like them, don’t hesitate to double the recipe, as they will disappear quickly! They will surely bring smiles to the faces of the little ones and not only. Enjoy!