Christmas M&M Cookies

photo: iheartnaptime.net

​INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (more if desired)
• 1 cup Christmas M&M’s (more for tops if desired

DIRECTIONS:

• Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line two baking sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper and set aside.
• In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars with beaters. Mix for 1-2 minutes, or until creamy and fluffy. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix just until combined.
• Add the flour, baking soda and salt and mix just until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and M&M’s. Refrigerate dough for 15 to 30 minutes if time allows.
• Using a large cookie scoop (about 3 Tablespoons), scoop the cookie dough onto the baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Place any extra chocolate chips or M&M’s on the top of the cookies if desired.
• Bake for 7-10 minutes, or until the edges are barely golden brown. Allow cookies to set on pan for 2-3 minutes, and then remove to a cooling rack.
• Store once cooled in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.

​Recipe BY JAMIELYN NYE, published on iheartnaptime.net