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Delicious peanut butter cookies with M&Ms and chocolate chips
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Peanut Butter Cookies with M&Ms and Chocolate Chips

These Peanut Butter Cookies with M&Ms and Chocolate Chips are soft, chewy, and full of peanut butter flavor with bursts of chocolate and colorful candy in every bite. Simple to make and loved by all ages, they’re perfect for parties, bake sales, or an afternoon snack at home!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients for Peanut Butter Cookies with M&Ms and Chocolate Chips
  • 1 cup peanut butter creamy or crunchy
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup M&Ms
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips semisweet or milk chocolate

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • oven
  • wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and baking soda. Stir until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add mix-ins: Fold in the M&Ms and chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  4. Shape the cookies: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart to allow spreading.
  5. Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are golden. Do not overbake; they will continue to firm up as they cool.
  6. Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serving: Enjoy warm or at room temperature with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.
Tips:
• Use creamy peanut butter for a smoother texture or crunchy for extra bite.
• Don’t overbake, cookies will firm up as they cool.
• Add a pinch of salt for enhanced flavor.
• For a stronger chocolate flavor, increase the chocolate chips slightly.
Variations: Swap M&Ms for nuts, coconut flakes, or dried fruits like cranberries. Add cocoa powder for a chocolatey twist or drizzle melted chocolate over the tops after baking.