Christmas is a time of joy, family, and delicious treats. One of the most beloved holiday traditions is baking cookies, and there’s no better way to add some festive flair to your baking than with Christmas Mint M&M Cookies. The combination of cool mint and rich chocolate creates a flavor explosion that will leave your taste buds begging for more. These cookies are perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or simply enjoying a cup of hot cocoa by the fire. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can whip up a batch of these delightful treats in no time. Get ready to impress your loved ones with these festive and delicious Christmas Mint M&M Cookies that will surely become a staple in your holiday baking repertoire!

What more can I add to this cookie recipe?

There are so many ways you can customize this cookie recipe and make them more flavorsome. Here are a few ideas you should try:

• Make Christmas Mint M&M Cookies more flavorsome by adding chocolate chips to them. You can add white or dark chocolate chips. The depth of the chocolate goes very well with the freshness of the mint.
• Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for crunch to these cookies.
• Dip the cookies in melted chocolate to create an extra layer of richness. You can also drizzle white chocolate or salted caramel for extra flavor.
• You can also add food color to the dough. This way, you can make these cookies more festive. For instance, add green for ST Patrick’s Day, red for Christmas, etc.

What to Serve With Mint M&M Christmas Cookies?

These cookies are perfect for every occasion. You can enjoy them as a quick breakfast, snack, or dessert. Here are a few things you can serve with these cookies:

• Milk: milk and cookies is a match made in heaven. You can enjoy Christmas Mint M&M Cookies with a glass of cold milk for breakfast or a snack. This combination is perfect for untimely hunger.
• Hot chocolate: The steamy, rich hot chocolate pairs so well with these Christmas Mint M&M Cookies giving you a festive feel.
• Iced tea/coffee: These cookies are not just for the Christmas holidays but also serve well for summer. Pair them with iced tea or coffee, and I bet it will make you smile.

How to store Mint M&M Christmas Cookies?

Storing Christmas Mint M&M Cookies is super easy. Once the cookies are at room temperature, store them in an air-tight jar and place them in a cool, dry place, preferably in your spice cabinet. They will stay fresh for up to 5 days.

If you wish to store them for longer, place them on a tray, flash freeze them for 3 to 4 hours, and then store them in a freezer-safe container or a plastic zip-lock bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. To enjoy them, thaw them overnight, and that’s it.

You can also freeze uncooked cookies. Wrap the baking tray with plastic and freeze it for up to a month. To bake, let the cookies sit at room temperature for 2 hours and bake until they are done.

Christmas Mint M&M Cookies – The recipe

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 12 minutes

Total time: 27 minutes

Servings:

Ingredients

2½ cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp. salt

1 tsp. baking soda

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup brown sugar, packed

½ cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 tsp. mint extract

2 cups Mint M&Ms, divided

Preparation

1. Prepare the oven and preheat it to 375 degrees F. Also, prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
2. Mix baking soda, salt, and flour well in a mixing bowl until all the ingredients are well combined. Set aside.
3. Add brown sugar and butter to another bowl and whisk using an electric mixer until fluffy and light. Using a silicone spatula removes any residue or mixture clinging to the edges of the bowl.
4. Then add eggs, granulated sugar, and mint extract, and keep whisking until all the ingredients are well combined and the mixture becomes creamy. 
5. Decrease the mixer’s speed to low and gradually add the flour mixture while continuing to whisk until everything combines well.
6. Then add M&Ms to the mixture and mix to distribute uniformly.
7. Place a spoonful of dough onto the prepared baking sheet using rounded tablespoons or a small scoop, and keep a decent space between the cookies.
8. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges of the cookies turn golden brown and the center is just set.
9. Once the cookies are ready, remove them from the oven and rest for 5 minutes. Then transfer to the cooking rack. Gently press in reserved M&Ms before cookies are completely cooled.
10. Serve and enjoy!