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Valentine’s Day M&M Sugar Cookies Recipe – Sweet & Festive Treats!
**Meta Description:** Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these soft, chewy M&M Sugar Cookies. Colorful, delicious, and perfect for sharing with loved ones!
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### **Ingredients:**
– **1 3/4 cups** all-purpose flour
– **1/2 teaspoon** baking soda
– **1/2 teaspoon** salt
– **1 cup** unsalted butter, softened
– **1 cup** granulated sugar
– **1 large egg**
– **1 teaspoon** vanilla extract
– **1/2 teaspoon** almond extract (optional, for extra flavor)
– **1/4 cup** festive Valentine’s Day M&Ms (pink, red, and white colors)
– **Additional M&Ms** for topping (optional)
– **1/4 cup** colored sugar for rolling the cookies (optional)
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### **Instructions:**
#### 1. **Preheat Oven and Prep Baking Sheets:**
– Preheat your oven to **350°F (175°C)**. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats for easy cleanup.
#### 2. **Mix Dry Ingredients:**
– In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
#### 3. **Cream Butter and Sugar:**
– In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
#### 4. **Add Wet Ingredients:**
– Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using). Continue to mix until smooth and well-combined.
#### 5. **Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:**
– Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies dense.
#### 6. **Fold in the M&Ms:**
– Gently fold in the Valentine’s Day M&Ms using a spatula or spoon, reserving a few to press into the tops of the cookies before baking.
#### 7. **Shape and Roll the Cookie Dough:**
– Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. If desired, roll the dough ball in colored sugar to give the cookies a festive sparkle.
– Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets about **2 inches apart**. Gently press a few more M&Ms into the top of each dough ball for added decoration.
#### 8. **Bake the Cookies:**
– Bake in the preheated oven for **8-10 minutes** or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft.
– Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
#### 9. **Serve and Enjoy:**
– Once cooled, enjoy these delicious and festive M&M sugar cookies with a glass of milk or share them with friends and loved ones for a sweet Valentine’s Day treat!
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### **Pro Tips for Perfect Valentine’s Day M&M Sugar Cookies:**
1. **Use Softened Butter:** Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for the best cookie texture.
2. **Don’t Overbake:** These cookies should be soft and chewy, so take them out when the edges are golden, but the centers are still soft.
3. **Decorate with Love:** Feel free to mix in different colored M&Ms for a fun twist. Red, pink, and white M&Ms make these cookies perfect for Valentine’s Day!
4. **Chill the Dough:** If you want thicker cookies, chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking.
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### **Why These Cookies are Perfect for Valentine’s Day:**
– **Festive and Fun:** The bright colors of the M&Ms make these cookies extra special for the occasion.
– **Soft and Chewy:** These cookies have the perfect balance of soft, chewy texture with a little crunch from the M&Ms.
– **Sweet and Simple:** With a basic sugar cookie dough and just a few ingredients, you can make a delicious Valentine’s treat that’s sure to impress.
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