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4-Ingredient M&M Cookies

Soft, chewy cookies made with just flour, butter, sugar, and egg—no baking powder or vanilla needed. Mix, scoop, and bake in under 20 minutes for a viral-worthy treat.

Total time
18 min
Servings
12
Calories
156
Protein
2g
4-Ingredient M&M Cookies
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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1.5 cups flour

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cream butter and sugar together in a bowl until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

  2. 2

    Beat in the egg until fully combined and the mixture looks smooth.

  3. 3

    Stir in flour until no streaks remain—do not overmix.

  4. 4

    Drop rounded tablespoon-sized scoops onto a baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.

  5. 5

    Bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes until edges are set but centers still look slightly soft.

  6. 6

    Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Tools you’ll need

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk or wooden spoon
  • baking sheet
  • wire rack

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