Small Batch M&M Cookies

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These Small Batch M&M Cookies make just 6 buttery cookies with crisp edges, chewy centers and tons of M&Ms!

I think these Small Batch M&M Cookies are my favorite small batch cookie recipe to date. They’re loaded with M&Ms and use the same tried and true cookie base as my Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies. The brightly colored M&Ms make these cookies just as fun to look at as they are to eat!

If you like these Small Batch M&M Cookies try my Small Batch Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies or my Small Batch Funfetti Cupcakes!

Why You’ll Love These Small Batch M&M cookies

• They’re ready in under 30 minutes.
• No chill time. Just scoop and bake the dough right away!
• No stand/hand mixer required to make them.
• They make just 6 cookies to satisfy your cookie craving!
• They can be customized to match any holiday/season. Pink, red and white for Valentine’s day or red white and blue for the 4th of July – the possibilities are endless!

Ingredient Breakdown

All-purpose flour – this gives the cookies structure.

Baking soda – helps the cookies spread. Do not use baking powder!

Butter – provides flavor and structure. I always recommend using unsalted butter but salted butter works if that’s all you have on hand, just be sure to omit the 1/4 teaspoon of salt.

Granulated sugar and brown sugar – both sugars are necessary for sweetness and texture. I prefer using dark brown sugar for extra molasses flavor but light brown sugar also works fine!

Egg yolk – binds the ingredients and provides structure.

Vanilla extract and salt – enhances flavor. Always use pure vanilla extract instead of imitation for best flavor.

How To Make Small Batch M&M Cookies

1. In a small bowl combine all-purpose flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.

2. In a small bowl mix the melted butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar until well combined.

3. Add the egg yolk and vanilla until just combined. Scrape the sides of the bowl.

4. Add the dry ingredients all at once then fold until almost combined (there should still be streaks of flour). Then add the M&Ms and fold until just combined. Do not over mix the dough because it will make the cookies tough.

5. Using a 3 tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop dough onto the lined baking sheet (be sure to adjust the baking time if your cookies are smaller/larger). If desired press extra M&Ms onto the tops of each cookie dough ball and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.

6. Bake at 375°F for 11 minutes then cool on the baking sheet. The cookies will still look slightly raw when they come out but will continue to bake as they cool. Store Small Batch M&M Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Pro Tips For Small Batch M&M Cookies

• Weigh your ingredients using a kitchen scale! Measuring ingredients by volume is not accurate.
• Don’t over mix the dough! There should still be streaks of flour in the dough when you add the M&Ms. Over mixing = more gluten development which means tough cookies. We don’t want any tough cookies here!
• Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before baking. I like this brand.
• Press extra M&Ms on top of scooped dough before baking to make them look pretty.
• Don’t over bake them! They will still look a little raw when they come out of the oven but will continue to bake as they cool on the baking sheet. This is the secret to crisp edges and chewy centers.

My Favorite Cookie Tools

• Kitchen scale I love this scale, I’ve been using it for years!
• Baking sheets
• Parchment Paper
• Cookie Scoop
• Flaky sea salt

If you try this recipe then please leave a rating/comment below to let me know how you liked it and feel free to ask any recipe questions you may have! 🙂