The Best Valentine’s Day Oreo M&M’s Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These Valentine’s Day Oreo M&M’s cookies are a delightful treat combining rich chocolate, colorful candy, and the classic crunch of Oreos. Soft and gooey in the center, they’re perfect for sharing with loved ones or indulging yourself.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter (slightly softened)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 ⅓ 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)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat.
2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using a spatula until smooth.
3. Step 3: Add the vanilla extract and egg to the mixture and stir until well combined and smooth.
4. Step 4: Gradually add the flour, corn starch, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients. Stir gently just until combined.
5. Step 5: Fold in the Valentine’s Day M&M’s and chopped Oreo cookies.
6. Step 6: Using a large cookie scooper (about 1/4 cup or 4 tablespoons), scoop out the dough to form 10 equal cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Step 7: Bake for 13 minutes. The cookies may look slightly underdone or gooey in the middle—that’s perfect, as they’ll continue cooking as they cool.
8. Step 8: Immediately after removing from the oven, use a larger cookie cutter to gently swish the cookies around to make them perfectly round.
9. Step 9: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Tips & Variations

• Use regular stuffed Oreos, not double stuffed, for the best texture balance.
• Chocolate chips can be substituted for M&M’s for a different candy experience.
• Slightly underbaking ensures soft, chewy centers that stay moist after cooling.
• For extra flavor, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.

Storage

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. To keep them soft, place a slice of bread in the container. Reheat gently in the microwave for 10-15 seconds if desired.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of candy instead of Valentine’s Day M&M’s?

Yes, you can substitute any favorite candy like regular M&M’s, Reese’s Pieces, or chocolate chips. Just keep the quantity similar to maintain the cookie’s texture.

Why do the cookies look underdone when I take them out of the oven?

The cookies are intentionally baked until slightly underdone to keep the centers soft and gooey. They will firm up as they cool on the baking sheet and cooling rack.

The Best Valentine’s Day Oreo M&M’s Cookies Recipe

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These Valentine’s Day Oreo M&M’s Cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with colorful candy pieces and chunks of classic Oreo cookies. Perfect for sharing on Valentine’s Day or any special occasion, these cookies combine the delightful flavors of vanilla, brown sugar, and crunchy Oreo bits with festive M&M’s for a fun and indulgent treat.

• Author: Emma
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 13 minutes
• Total Time: 28 minutes
• Yield: 10 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter (slightly softened)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

• 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp corn starch
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt

Add-ins

• 2/3 cup Valentine’s Day M&M’s
• 7 Oreo cookies (roughly chopped, regular stuffed, NOT double stuffed)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat mat to prevent sticking and allow even baking.
2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a medium bowl, use a spatula to cream together the slightly softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and fully incorporated, ensuring there are no streaks of egg.
4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour, corn starch, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir gently just until all dry ingredients are combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain cookie softness.
5. Fold in M&M’s and Oreo Pieces: Gently fold the Valentine’s Day M&M’s and chopped Oreo cookies into the dough evenly distributed throughout.
6. Scoop and Shape Cookies: Using a large cookie scooper (about 1/4 cup or 4 tbsp), scoop out the dough to form 10 equal-sized cookies. Place them spaced out on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake Cookies: Bake for 13 minutes. The cookies may look a little underdone or gooey in the center—that’s perfect as they will continue baking from residual heat.
8. Shape Cookies While Warm: Right after removing the cookies from the oven, use a larger cookie cutter to gently swirl the cookies to make them perfectly round shapes.
9. Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

• Do not use double stuffed Oreos as the filling content can alter the dough texture.
• Using corn starch in the dough helps make the cookies soft and chewy.
• Cookies can appear underbaked when done, so avoid overbaking to maintain their gooey center texture.
• Chilling the dough is optional but can help prevent spreading if desired.
• Make sure the butter is softened but not melted for proper creaming with sugars.

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