Peanutty, chocolatey, chewy goodness - these cookies are perfect for lunch boxes and after school snacks. M & Ms and Reese's Pieces make them colorful and extra special. Be sure to check out the peanut butter free option.
0 Let butter and eggs come to room temperature.
1 Preheat the oven to 350F
2 Grease a cookie sheet and dust with flour
3 Mix the flour and baking soda
4 Beat the butter and peanut butter on medium speed until it is smooth and well combined
5 Add the sugars and beat until the mixture is well blended and most of the graininess is gone
6 Beat in the vanilla
7 Beat in the eggs, one at a time
8 Stop and scrape the bowl
9 With the mixer on low add the dry ingredients
10 Mix just until well blended
11 Stir in the candies and peanuts
12 Chill for 30 minutes
13 Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheet
14 Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until done the way you like
15 Cool for 5 minutes before removing from sheet
Plain m & m Cookies
18 Follow the instructions above using the "plain cookie" ingredients.
