Grandma's M Ms Cookies

Soft, chewy, and bursting with nostalgic charm, Grandma's M&M's Cookies are a timeless classic perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Made with a rich blend of brown sugar and softened butter, these cookies achieve the perfect balance of buttery softness and crisp edges. Packed with colorful M&M’s candies and an optional sprinkle of semi-sweet chocolate chips, every bite is a delightful mix of crunch and melt-in-your-mouth goodness. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy homemade recipe requires simple pantry staples and is ideal for bake sales, holiday trays, or cozy afternoons with a glass of milk. Whether served warm for gooey centers or stored for up to a week, they remain irresistibly delicious—a true recipe treasure handed down through generations.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 2.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups M&M's candy
• 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture is creamy and fluffy.

Step 3

Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the bowl. Mix on low speed until well incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the M&M's (and chocolate chips, if using) with a spatula to evenly distribute throughout the dough.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or an ice cream scoop, drop cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still appear slightly soft.

Step 9

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm for gooey centers or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1394.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4547.8

Total Fat 236.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 144.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 888.7mg	0%
Sodium 1493.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 569.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 343.8g
Protein 50.1g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 389.9mg	0%
Iron 20.1mg	0%
Potassium 1081.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.2%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 49.4%