Yield: 24

Cute Valentine's M&M Cookies

Plate of easy M&M peanut butter Valentines cookie treats for kids.

Nothing says “love at first bite” like these Valentine’s M&M Cookies! With bursts of peanut butter goodness, melty chocolate candies, and a perfectly soft, chewy texture, they’re the ultimate Valentine’s Day treat. Whether you’re surprising someone special or baking for a festive family night, school party or bake sale, these cookies are always a hit.

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ tsp pure vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • 1⅓ cups Valentine’s M&M's (reserve 1/3 cup for decorating)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.

2. Mix the Wet Ingredients

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract together until light and fluffy.

3. Add the Dry Ingredients

Gradually add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients, mixing until fully combined.

4. Scoop & Bake

Drop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake for 10 - 12 minutes or until lightly golden brown around the edges.

5. Add Extra M&M's for Decoration

As soon as the cookies come out of the oven, carefully press 2-3 Valentine’s M&M's onto the top of each cookie while they are still warm for an extra loving touch.

6. Cool & Serve

Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and let them cool completely. Enjoy these sweet Valentine’s treats with friends, family, or your special someone!

Notes

  • Don’t Overbake: The cookies will continue to bake on the baking sheet after being removed from the oven, so take them out when the edges are just turning golden brown.
  • Customize the Candies: Use other holiday-themed M&M's for different occasions, or mix in white chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
  • Chill the Dough (Optional): For thicker cookies, chill the cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading. If you are shaping the cookies like hearts, this is recommended.
  • Use a Cookie Scoop: A cookie scoop ensures evenly sized cookies that bake consistently.
  • Gift Idea: Package the cooled cookies in a festive tin or bag for an easy Valentine’s gift that everyone will love.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

24

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 175Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 77mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 1gSugar: 16gProtein: 3g

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered from online calculators.