Best Valentine Oreo M&M’s Cookies (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 225 grams unsalted butter, softened
02 - 200 grams packed brown sugar
03 - 100 grams granulated sugar
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 375 grams all-purpose flour
07 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
08 - 0.5 teaspoon salt

→ Add-ins

09 - 1 cup chopped Oreo cookies (approximately 10 cookies)
10 - 1 cup M&M's, preferably a blend of classic and Valentine's themed colors
11 - 80 grams white chocolate chips (optional)
12 - Pink and red sprinkles for decoration (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
03 - Mix in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and blend until well combined.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing only until just combined.
05 - Gently fold in the chopped Oreo cookies, M&M's, and white chocolate chips if using. Avoid overmixing to maintain a chunky texture.
06 - Using a cookie scoop or two tablespoons, portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each mound approximately 5 cm apart.
07 - Sprinkle pink and red sprinkles on top of each cookie dough mound if desired.
08 - Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers retain a slightly underbaked appearance for optimal chewiness.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve fresh or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, avoid overmixing after adding the dry ingredients to ensure cookies remain soft and chewy.