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Hey there, cookie lovers!
The holiday season is here, and you know what that means—baking time!
Today, I’m excited to share a fun recipe for Christmas cookies with a festive green twist.
These cookies are not only delicious but also super fun to make with friends or family.
Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with each tasty bite!
Let’s dive into this merry recipe!
Preparation Time | 20-30 minutes |
Cooking Time | 9-11 minutes |
Total Time | 29-41 minutes |
Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Ingredients
- 1 cup softened unsalted butter
- 1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Gel food coloring (americolor leaf green)
- 1 1/2 cups festive red and green m&m’s
Step 1: Prepare the Wet Ingredients
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of softened, unsalted butter and 1 and 2/3 cups of granulated sugar.
Use a stand mixer or an electric hand mixer to cream the butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Next, add 2 large room temperature eggs, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract to the mixture.
Stir until everything is well combined.
Step 2: Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
Ensure the dry ingredients are thoroughly blended.
Step 3: Mix the Dough
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients in 3 or 4 parts, stirring after each addition until just combined.
Be careful not to overmix the dough.
If you wish to achieve a Grinch-inspired color, add a few drops of green gel food coloring and mix until the color is evenly incorporated.
Step 4: Add M&M’s and Portion the Dough
Fold in 1 and 1/2 cups of festive red and green M&M’s, reserving about 1/4 cup for topping.
Scoop the cookie dough into 1 and 1/2 tablespoon-sized portions and place them on a baking sheet.
Optionally, roll each portion briefly between your palms for a smoother shape.
Step 5: Bake the Cookies
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers appear mostly baked through.
Remove the cookies from the oven and gently press the reserved M&M’s into the tops of each cookie while they are still warm.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
This helps them set and achieve the perfect texture.
Once cooled, enjoy your festive and delicious cookies!