M&M Christmas Cookies

These M&M Christmas cookies are packed with festive red and green M&M’s, white chocolate chips, and sprinkles, making them the perfect treat for Santa.

M&M Christmas Cookies Recipe

Every holiday season needs its go-to cookie, and these M&M Christmas cookies are at the top of my list. The soft, chewy texture, combined with colorful M&M’s and a sprinkle of holiday cheer, makes them a hit every time. Whether it’s for sharing with family or leaving out for Santa, these cookies are the perfect sweet touch to your celebrations.

Baking has always been part of my holiday routine, and these cookies are one of my favorites. They’re so easy to make, with just a few ingredients that come together perfectly. Plus, they make a great gift or a fun snack for anyone stopping by.

And when it comes to cookies for Santa, these are always the ones I leave out. With that perfect combination of sweetness and holiday flavor, they’re sure to put a smile on the big guy’s face.

Why I Love This Recipe

• Quick and easy, simple recipe for hassle-free baking.
• Colorful M&M’s for a festive look.
• Kid-friendly with easy steps for little helpers.
• Santa’s pick -soft, chewy, and approved by the big man himself.
• Festive tradition, a must-have for holiday joy.

Ingredients

Here is the list of ingredients that go into making these cookies so special.

• All-Purpose Flour: The base structure for the cookies.
• Baking Soda: Acts as a leavening agent, helping the cookies rise.
• Salt
• Butter: Adds richness and a buttery flavor to the cookies.
• Granulated Sugar: Sweetens the dough…obviously.
• Instant White Chocolate Pudding Mix (or Vanilla flavor): Enhances the texture and flavor of the cookies.
• Eggs: Binds the ingredients together and adds moisture.
• Vanilla Extract
• White Chocolate Chips: Introduces those creamy pockets of sweetness.
• Favorite Christmas Sprinkles: Adds a festive touch. Use any you have,
• Red/Green M&M’s: Bring in bursts of color and chocolatey goodness. Any color works for any time of year.

How To Make M&M Christmas Cookies

Find the complete recipe with measurements in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Step One (Prepare the Dough)
  In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set it aside.
• Step Two (Cream the Butter and Sugar)
  In the bowl of your stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugar on medium speed until it’s nice and fluffy—about 2 minutes. Add the powdered pudding mix and mix until it’s fully incorporated. Then, add the eggs and vanilla and mix again.
• Step Three (Mix in the Dry Ingredients)
  With the mixer on low speed, slowly add in the dry ingredient mix and stir until everything’s combined. Toss in the white chocolate chips and 1/2 cup of M&M’s, then mix them into the dough.
• Step Four (Chill the Dough)
  Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and pop it in the fridge for at least 1 hour to chill.
• Step Five (Preheat the Oven)
  While the dough chills, preheat your oven to 350°F.
• Step Six (Shape the Cookies)
  Once the dough is chilled, scoop it out with a small ice cream scoop (or just a spoon) and roll into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
• Step Seven (Prepare for Baking)
  Place the dough balls on a parchment paper or Silpat-lined baking sheet, making sure to space them about 2 inches apart. Top each dough ball with extra M&M’s and white chocolate chips for some extra sweetness.
• Step Eight (Bake the Cookies)
  Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, starting to check at the 8-minute mark. They’re done when the edges just start to turn golden brown. They might look a little underdone, but don’t worry—they’ll firm up as they cool. Just be careful not to overbake!
• Step Nine (Finish and Cool)
  Once they’re out of the oven, let the cookies continue cooking on the tray for a bit. If you want, add more white chocolate chips and M&M’s on top, then sprinkle with some Christmas sprinkles. Let the cookies set for a few minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack.

Recipe Tips

A few tips to make these cookies even better:

• Use slightly softened butter for a super soft, tender texture. Just make sure it’s not completely melted.
• Chill the dough for at least an hour before baking. It helps the flavors develop, makes the dough easier to work with, and stops the cookies from spreading too much.
• Grab a small ice cream scoop to get evenly sized cookies. This helps them bake more evenly and look nice and polished.
• Keep an eye on them while they bake. They’re done when the edges are just turning golden. They might seem a little underdone, but they’ll firm up as they cool.
• Don’t be afraid to mix things up with add-ins—try nuts, dried fruit, or different types of chocolate to make these cookies your own.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I freeze the cookie dough? Yes. Portion the dough into balls and freeze. When you’re ready to bake, there’s no need to thaw—just add a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.
• Can I experiment with different pudding flavors? Absolutely. You can try different pudding flavors like vanilla, cheesecake, or butterscotch for a unique twist on the classic recipe.
• Can I adjust the sugar in the recipe? Yes, you can adjust the sugar to suit your taste. Just keep in mind that changing the sugar amount might affect the texture and sweetness of the cookies.
• Can I customize the M&M colors? Definitely. You can switch up the M&M colors to match different themes or events throughout the year.
• Can I change the size of the cookies? You can adjust the cookie size based on your preference. Just remember that smaller cookies will need less time to bake, and larger ones will need more time.

More Holiday Cookies to Make

If you love baking holiday cookies, here are a few more of my favorite recipes:

• Dark Chocolate Peppermint Crackle Cookies
• The Easiest Triple Chocolate KISS Cookies
• Butterscotch Cookies
• Monster Cookies
• Corn Lime Cookies
• Jam Thumbprint Cookies
• Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies
• Tiramisu Cookies
• Italian Cookies

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5 from 5 votes

M&M Christmas Cookies

These M&M Christmas cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with festive red and green M&M’s, white chocolate chips, and a sprinkle of holiday cheer. Perfect for sharing with family, friends, or leaving out for Santa, they’re an easy and delicious holiday treat that adds a touch of sweetness to your celebrations.

Prep Time20 minutes mins

Cook Time12 minutes mins

Chilling1 hour hr

Total Time1 hour hr 32 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: M&M Christmas Cookies

Servings: 30 cookies

Calories: 189kcal

Author: Cathy Pollak

Equipment

• measuring cups and spoons For measuring accurately.
• mixing bowls To mix together dry ingredients.
• Stand Mixer or hand mixer. For creaming the wet and dry ingredients together.
• silicone baking mats for cookies or without markings or parchment paper. For easy clean-up.
• cooling rack So cookies cool properly.

Ingredients

• 2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp. baking soda
• 1/4 tsp table salt
• 1 cup butter room temperature
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 (3.4 oz.) package instant white chocolate pudding mix or vanilla flavor
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsps. vanilla extract
• 1 cup white chocolate chips
• 1 cup red/green M&M's, divided or any color
• favorite holiday sprinkles

Instructions

• In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp. baking soda, 1/4 tsp table salt
• In the bowl of an electric stand mixer with paddle attachment (if available), cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy and creamy, about 2 minutes. Add the powdered pudding mix and blend until incorporated. Add the eggs and vanilla, then blend again.
  1 cup butter, 2/3 cup granulated sugar, 1 (3.4 oz.) package instant white chocolate pudding mix, 2 large eggs, 2 tsps. vanilla extract
• With mixer set on low speed, gradually add in dry ingredient mixture and mix until combined. Add white chocolate chips and 1/2 cup M&M’s, and mix into the dough. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and chill at least 1 hour.
  1 cup white chocolate chips, 1 cup red/green M&M's, divided
• Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• Scoop the dough with a small ice cream scoop or a spoon, then roll into balls about one inch in diameter.
• Place dough balls on parchment paper (or Silpat mat) lined baking sheets, spacing cookies 2 inches apart. Place extra M&M’s and White Chocolate Chips on the top of each dough ball.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes (start checking at 8 minutes). The cookies are done when the edges just begin to turn golden brown. They may seem slightly underdone, but they will continue to cook on the trays and firm up as they cool. Do not overbake.
• Remove the baked cookies from the oven and let them continue cooking on the trays. If desired, place additional white chocolate chips and M&M’s on top, then sprinkle with Christmas sprinkles. Once the cookies have set, transfer them to a cooling rack.
  favorite holiday sprinkles

Notes

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

M&M Christmas Cookies

Amount Per Serving (42 g)

Calories 189 Calories from Fat 87

% Daily Value*

Fat 9.7g15%

Saturated Fat 6.2g39%

Trans Fat 0.3g

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g

Monounsaturated Fat 2.3g

Cholesterol 30mg10%

Sodium 180mg8%

Potassium 58mg2%

Carbohydrates 23g8%

Fiber 0.5g2%

Sugar 15g17%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 61IU1%

Vitamin C 0.1mg0%

Calcium 29mg3%

Iron 0.2mg1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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