Valentine Cookies
The ultimate sweet treat for any occasion, these Valentine Cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with colorful M&Ms. Perfect for sharing love and joy, they’re easy to make and absolutely delicious. Bake a batch tonight!
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Oven
- Chef's Knife
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup butter softened
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups plain M&Ms red, pink & white, chopped and whole, separated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Cream together brown sugar, granulated sugar, butter, and oil.
- Add eggs and beat until fluffy.
- Add flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and vanilla.
- Mix in 1½ cups chopped M&Ms (or however many you want).
- Place in balls on a greased pan, and insert 5 M&Ms on top.
- Bake at 350°F for 7-8 minutes.
Notes
- Avoid flat cookies: Keep the butter and dough from getting too warm. If needed, chilling the dough will help keep the butter in the dough cold and keep the cookies from spreading.
- Store cookie dough: Wrapped with plastic, in the fridge for 1-2 days. You can also freeze the dough for 3-4 months.
- Store baked cookies: In an airtight container at room temperature for 4-5 days. Add a piece of white bread into the container to keep the cookies soft. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.