Valentine’s Day Oreo M&M’s Cookies

Why Make This Recipe

Valentine’s Day is a special time to show love and appreciation for those dear to you. One sweet way to do that is through delicious treats. These Oreo M&M’s Cookies are perfect for the occasion! They combine the rich flavors of Oreo cookies with colorful M&M’s, making them a fun and festive dessert. Easy to make and delightful to eat, these cookies will surely impress your loved ones.

How to Make Valentine’s Day Oreo M&M’s Cookies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter (slightly softened)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 & 1/3 cup flour
• 1 tbsp corn starch
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2/3 cup Valentine’s Day M&M’s
• 7 Oreo cookies (roughly chopped, regular stuffed, NOT DOUBLE STUFFED)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F, then line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silpat.
2. In a medium bowl, cream the butter and both sugars together. You can use a spatula for this.
3. Add in the vanilla and egg, mixing until everything is smooth and well combined.
4. Pour the dry ingredients over the wet mixture, starting with the flour, corn starch, baking soda, and salt. Stir just until it’s combined.
5. Gently fold in the M&M’s and the chopped Oreo pieces.
6. Using a large cookie scooper (1/4 cup or 4 tbsp), scoop out the cookie dough to create about 10 equal cookies.
7. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 13 minutes. Don’t worry if they look a little underdone in the middle; they will firm up as they cool. You can use a larger cookie cutter to shape them into perfect circles right after you take them out of the oven.
8. Cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.

How to Serve Valentine’s Day Oreo M&M’s Cookies

These cookies are best served warm, straight from the oven. Pair them with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee for a delightful treat. They also make a charming gift when arranged in a cute box or tin.

How to Store Valentine’s Day Oreo M&M’s Cookies

If you have any cookies left over, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh for about a week. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to three months. Just make sure to use a freezer-safe container.

Tips to Make Valentine’s Day Oreo M&M’s Cookies

• Make sure the butter is slightly softened for easier mixing.
• Don’t overmix the cookie dough; stir until just combined to keep cookies soft.
• Experiment with adding other fun mix-ins, like chocolate chips or nuts, for added flavor.

Variation

For a different flavor, try using seasonal M&M’s like pastel ones for Easter or red and green for Christmas. You could also switch out the Oreo cookies for another favorite cookie variety!

FAQs

1. Can I use double stuffed Oreo cookies?
No, it’s best to use regular stuffed Oreo cookies for this recipe. Double-stuffed can make the cookies too rich.

2. Can I chill the dough before baking?
Yes, chilling the dough for about 30 minutes can help the cookies maintain their shape and enhance the flavors.

3. What if I don’t have corn starch?
You can substitute corn starch with an equal amount of flour, though corn starch helps create a softer cookie texture.

Oreo M&M's Cookies

Delightful cookies combining Oreo flavors and colorful M&M's, perfect for Valentine's Day.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 13 minutes mins

Total Time 28 minutes mins

Servings: 10 cookies

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Cookie Dough Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter (slightly softened) Ensure it's slightly softened for easier mixing.
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 ea egg
• 2 tsps vanilla extract
• 1 1/3 cups flour Start with this before adding dry ingredients.
• 1 tbsp corn starch Can substitute with an equal amount of flour.
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2/3 cup Valentine's Day M&M's
• 7 ea Oreo cookies (roughly chopped, regular stuffed, NOT DOUBLE STUFFED) Use regular stuffed for best results.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silpat.
2. In a medium bowl, cream the butter and both sugars together using a spatula.
3. Add in the vanilla and egg, mixing until smooth and well combined.
4. Pour the dry ingredients over the wet mixture: flour, corn starch, baking soda, and salt. Stir just until combined.
5. Gently fold in the M&M's and the chopped Oreo pieces.
6. Using a large cookie scooper (1/4 cup), scoop out the cookie dough to create about 10 equal cookies.

Baking

1. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 13 minutes.
2. If they look a little underdone in the middle, don’t worry; they will firm up as they cool.
3. Optional: Use a larger cookie cutter to shape them into perfect circles right after removing from the oven.
4. Cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.

Notes

These cookies are best served warm. Pair with milk or coffee for a delightful treat. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week or freeze for up to three months.