M&M Christmas Cookies
Chocolate Chip Sprinkle M&M Cookies
Soft, chewy, and loaded with melty chocolate chips, colorful M&Ms, and festive sprinkles.
If you love bakery-style cookies that stay soft in the center with crisp golden edges, these Chocolate Chip Sprinkle M&M Cookies are about to become your new go-to recipe. They come together fast, require zero chill time, and bake into perfectly chewy cookies every single time. Whether you need a quick treat for the kids, an easy holiday cookie, or a simple weekend baking project, this small-batch recipe is the perfect choice.
These cookies are packed with buttery flavor, plenty of chocolate, and just the right amount of crunch from the sprinkles. They’re fun, customizable, and great for birthdays, holidays, or any time you want a colorful twist on classic chocolate chip cookies.
This recipe makes 8–10 cookies, but you can easily double it for a party or cookie box.
⭐️ Why You’ll Love These Cookies
Soft & chewy with lightly crisp edges
Loaded with chocolate chips + M&Ms
Small-batch—perfect when you don’t want a huge batch
No chilling required
Fun & colorful thanks to sprinkles
Great for holidays, birthdays, and gifting
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Cookies
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
⅓ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg yolk (or 1 small whole egg)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
⅓ cup chocolate chips
¼ cup M&Ms
2 tbsp sprinkles (jimmies recommended so they don’t bleed)
How to Make Chocolate Chip Sprinkle M&M Cookies
Step 1: Cream the butter & sugars
In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light, creamy, and fluffy. This helps create that classic chewy texture.
Step 2: Add the egg yolk and vanilla
Mix in the egg yolk (or small egg) and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 3: Add the dry ingredients
Add the flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms. It should be thick but scoopable.
Step 4: Fold in the mix-ins
Use a spatula to fold in the chocolate chips, M&Ms, and sprinkles. Reserve a few extra M&Ms and chips to press on top before baking for the best bakery look.
Step 5: Scoop & bake
Scoop the dough into 8–10 cookies and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake at 350°F for 9–12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden.
They’ll look slightly underdone in the center—this is exactly what creates that soft, chewy texture.
Step 6: Cool & enjoy
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring. They will firm up as they cool.
Pro Tips for Perfect Cookies
✔ Don’t overbake
The cookies should still look soft in the middle when removed from the oven.
✔ Add extra M&Ms on top
Press a few extra candies into each cookie right after baking for picture-perfect, bakery-worthy results.
✔ Use jimmies (long sprinkles)
These don’t bleed color into the dough like nonpareils.
✔ Chill the dough if it feels sticky
Optional—but 10–15 minutes of chilling can help achieve thicker cookies.
Variations
Holiday version → Use red & green M&Ms
Birthday version → Add rainbow sprinkles
Double chocolate → Swap 2 tbsp flour for cocoa powder
Peanut butter twist → Add peanut butter M&Ms
How to Store
Room Temperature:
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer:
Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.
Freeze unbaked dough balls for easy cookies anytime—just add 1 minute to the bake time.
Serving Ideas
Add to a holiday cookie box
Bring to school events or potlucks
Serve with hot chocolate or milk
Package in cellophane bags for simple gifts
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to use the egg yolk?
A whole small egg works fine, but the egg yolk gives extra richness and chewiness.
Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes—use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour. The texture will be softer but still delicious.
Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely. It doubles beautifully.
Why did my cookies spread too much?
This can happen if the butter was too soft. Chill the dough for 10 minutes before baking if needed.
Printable Recipe Card
Chocolate Chip Sprinkle M&M Cookies
Makes: 8–10 cookies
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
⅓ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg yolk (or 1 small egg)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
⅓ cup chocolate chips
¼ cup M&Ms
2 tbsp sprinkles
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla.
Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix to form a dough.
Fold in chocolate chips, M&Ms, and sprinkles.
Scoop into 8–10 balls and bake 9–12 minutes.
Cool on the sheet for 10 minutes before transferring.
Enjoy warm, chewy, colorful cookies!
