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Loaded Kitchen Sink Cookies with M&M’s and Dried Fruit

Loaded Kitchen Sink Cookies with M&M’s and Dried Fruit
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Loaded Kitchen Sink Cookies with M&M’s and Dried Fruit are festive, chewy, and crunchy cookies bursting with a medley of chocolatey, fruity, and sweet flavors. Perfect for parties or everyday indulgence, these cookies combine crispy edges with soft centers, colorful M&M’s, chewy dried fruit, and optional add-ins, resulting in an irresistible texture and taste experience.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 cup M&M’s
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit (such as cranberries or raisins)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup nuts or coconut flakes

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and seasoning throughout your dough.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a mixer, beat softened unsalted butter with both granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy; this step is key to creating a rich flavor and tender cookie texture.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in the eggs one at a time followed by pure vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, blending thoroughly for a smooth batter that will help bind ingredients and enhance aroma.
  4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients while mixing on low speed or folding by hand, which helps prevent overworking the dough and keeps the cookies soft.
  5. Fold in M&M’s and Dried Fruit: Gently fold in your M&M’s and dried fruit so they’re evenly scattered throughout the dough without breaking apart the vibrant candies. Add optional nuts or coconut flakes if desired.
  6. Portion and Bake: Scoop cookie dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them well to allow spreading. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but the centers stay soft.

Notes

  • Chill the Dough: Refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor and prevent excessive spreading during baking.
  • Use Room Temperature Butter: Ensures better mixing and fluffier cookies.
  • Don’t Overmix: Combine ingredients until just incorporated to keep cookies tender, not tough.
  • Measure Flour Correctly: Spoon and level your flour instead of scooping directly to avoid dense cookies.
  • Check Cookies Early: Start checking 2 minutes before the recommended baking time to avoid overbaking.

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