Delightful Spring Cookies with Chocolate & Pastel M&Ms
These delightful spring cookies with pastel M&Ms are a must-try treat that brings color and joy to your spring gatherings.
Equipment
- stand mixer
- - Baking sheets
- - Parchment paper
- - Mixing bowls
- - Rubber spatula
- - Cookie scoop
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1.5 cups all purpose flour A staple that gives the cookies structure and softness.
- 0.5 tsp cornstarch Helps create that chewy texture.
- 0.5 tsp baking powder Ensures the cookies rise perfectly.
- 0.5 tsp baking soda Helps the cookies spread and keeps them fluffy.
- 0.5 tsp salt Enhances the overall flavor.
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter Use at room temperature.
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar Adds moisture and caramel sweetness.
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar Balances the flavors.
- 1 large egg Binds the ingredients together.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Infuses flavor.
For the Mix-ins
- 0.5 cup pastel M&Ms Adds sweetness and color.
- 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Enhances the chocolatey goodness.
Optional Topping
- flaky sea salt Elevates flavor.
Instructions
How to Make Spring M&M Cookies
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium mixing bowl.
- Cream the butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a stand mixer for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the pastel M&Ms and semi-sweet chocolate chips with a rubber spatula.
- Scoop the cookie dough (about 2 tablespoons each) onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, checking at 8 minutes for a slightly underbaked look.
- Swirl a larger circular cup or cookie cutter around the cookies right out of the oven.
- Decorate while warm with one whole M&M and halved M&Ms to create bunny ears, adding more chocolate chips and flaky sea salt if desired.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store your spring cookies airtight for up to 3 days at room temperature. Optionally, you can freeze them for longer storage.