Description
Delight in these fun and delicious cookies packed with sweet surprises that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup M&M’s (or any colorful candy)
- 1 cup oats (optional for a chewy texture)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, blending well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until blended.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, M&M’s, and oats (if using).
- Drop generous amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a healthier version, swap some butter for applesauce and use whole wheat flour for extra fiber.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg