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Colorful cookie recipe featuring vibrant, decorated cookies on a baking tray.

Colorful Cookie

These colorful cookies feature a crispy outer texture and a soft, chewy center, studded with vibrant chocolate candies for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is softened but not melted.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
Mix-Ins
  • 1 1/2 cups colorful chocolate candies (like M&Ms or Skittles) Ensure candies are halal-compliant.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
  4. Beat in the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the colorful chocolate candies.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
  8. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for up to three months. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds.