Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the M&M's and optional chopped nuts.
- Drop cookie dough by spoonfuls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle additional M&M's on top of each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
Notes
These cookies are perfect for Easter celebrations and can be customized with other mix-ins as desired.