Extra Thick Christmas Chocolate Chip M&M Cookies: A Holiday Treat Everyone Will Love!
Nothing says Christmas quite like a batch of warm, freshly baked cookies. You might not think chocolate chip when you’re planning out your Christmas cookies but these are a perfect addition to your holiday cookie plates or boxes. Add these Extra Thick Christmas Chocolate Chip M&M Cookies to the mix this year for a great variety guaranteeing there will be an option everyone will love! What makes these cookies the best and unique to other chocolate chip cookies is that they are packed with chocolate chips making them a super soft thick cookie. When making them throughout the year, I use an entire bag of chocolate chips in each batch! This is my modified version that includes red and green M&M’s for a fun festive look and crunch.
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
- Thick and Soft Texture: These cookies are designed to stay thick, thanks to the generous amount of chocolate chips and M&M’s that prevent them from spreading too much while baking.
- Festive Colors: The red and green M&M’s add a bright, cheerful pop of color perfect for the holiday season.
- Perfectly Balanced Sweetness: The combination of semi-sweet chocolate chips and crunchy M&M’s creates the ideal balance of sweet in every bite.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to whip up these festive cookies:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup + 2 Tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips (You can also use milk chocolate for a slightly sweeter cookie)
- 1 cup red and green M&M’s
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add the egg and stir in the vanilla extract. Do not over-mix.
3. Add the Dry Ingredients
Add in the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir until combined.
4. Fold in the Chocolate and M&M’s
Gently fold in the chocolate chips and M&M’s.
5. Shape Into balls
Using your hands or a cookie scoop or spoon, place 2-3″ balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. You can press a few additional M&M’s on top of each cookie if needed to make sure the red and green is prominent.
6. Bake
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are just set. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft and chewy.
7. Cool and Enjoy
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Then, grab a glass of milk and enjoy your festive creation!
Tips for the Perfect Christmas Cookies
- Chill the Dough: Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
- Extra Mix-Ins: Don’t be afraid to load up on the chocolate chips and M&M’s—this is what keeps the cookies thick and delicious!
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze the dough balls for easy baking later.
Bring Holiday Cheer to Every Bite
These Extra Thick Christmas Chocolate Chip M&M Cookies are guaranteed to be a hit at your holiday gatherings. Whether you’re baking them for a cookie exchange, a family gathering, or just because, they’ll quickly become a seasonal favorite. Their thick, chewy texture, combined with festive M&M colors, makes them the perfect addition to your holiday baking lineup.
Happy baking, and may your holiday season be filled with sweet treats and joyful moments!
Extra Thick Christmas Chocolate Chip M&M Cookies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup 1 stick butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup + 2 Tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips You can also use milk chocolate for a slightly sweeter cookie
- 1 cup red and green M&M’s
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add the egg and stir in the vanilla extract. Do not over-mix.
- Add in the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir until combined.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and M&M’s.
- Using your hands or a cookie scoop or spoon, place 2-3″ balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. You can press a few additional M&M’s on top of each cookie if needed to make sure the red and green is prominent.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are just set. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft and chewy.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Then, grab a glass of milk and enjoy your festive creation!
