Christmas Oatmeal M&M Cookies Recipe

Chewy Christmas Oatmeal M&M Cookies are a family favorite! Make these oatmeal cookies with red and green M&Ms, or use plain ones year-round.

Course Cookies

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 8

Total Time 24

Servings

Calories 230kcal

½ cup butter softened
½ cup shortening
1 ¼ cups (275 grams) packed, light brown sugar
¾ cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 cups (300 grams) all-purpose flour spoon into measuring cup and level with back of knife
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 ½ cups (200 grams) old-fashioned rolled oats
2 cups M&Ms Christmas or plain, plus more for topping if desired

Preheat oven to 350˚F.
Use a stand mixer to combine the butter and shortening and butter.
Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar. Beat for 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs and vanilla. Beat for 1-2 minutes.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to the mixing bowl and stir to combine.
Stir in oats and M&M's.
Use a #40 dough scoop (about 2 tablespoons) to make dough balls. Place 9 cookie dough balls on a parchment-covered cookie sheet with at least two inches between them.
Bake at 350˚F for 8-11 minutes.
Press 3-4 M&M into the tops of the warm cookies, if desired.
Continue with the remaining cookie dough, allowing the cookie sheets to cool between batches.

Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 4 weeks.