Description
Sweet romance meets classic comfort in these Valentine’s Day Oreo M&Ms Cookies, blending rich chocolate and playful candy for an irresistible romantic treat. Chocolate lovers will adore these delightful cookies that promise to spark joy and spread love with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies Base:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Sugars and Fats:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
Flavor and Texture Enhancers:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed Oreo cookies (about 10 Oreos)
- ¾ cup Valentine M&Ms (plus extra for topping)
- ½ cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats for optimal non-stick surface.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, blend softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until the mixture achieves a whipped, airy consistency.
- Incorporate eggs individually, thoroughly mixing after each addition, then introduce vanilla extract for enhanced flavor depth.
- Separately, combine flour, baking soda, and salt through gentle whisking to ensure even ingredient distribution.
- Gradually integrate dry ingredients into the butter mixture, stirring until just combined to maintain a tender cookie texture.
- Gently fold crushed Oreos, Valentine M&Ms, and white chocolate chips into the dough, distributing ingredients evenly throughout.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion dough onto prepared baking sheets, maintaining approximately 2 inches between each cookie to allow proper spreading.
- Strategically place additional M&Ms on top of each cookie dough mound for visual appeal and extra chocolate bursts.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, watching for golden edges and slightly soft centers indicating perfect doneness.
- Rest cookies on baking sheets for 5 minutes to stabilize structure, then transfer to a wire cooling rack for complete cooling.
- Serve these festive, chocolatey treats and relish the decadent Valentine’s Day inspired dessert.
Notes
- Swap regular butter with vegan butter or coconut oil to create a dairy-free version of these festive cookies.
- Crush Oreos roughly to maintain some texture and prevent them from becoming completely powdery in the dough.
- Use room temperature eggs and butter for smoother, more evenly mixed cookie batter that ensures consistent baking results.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking and maintain their soft texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg