Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter M&M Cookies

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Cream the Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter and peanut butter until smooth and creamy. Add the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and pudding mix, then mix until fully incorporated.

3. Add the Eggs
Mix in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

5. Fold in the Chocolate
Stir in the mini chocolate chips and peanut butter M&Ms until evenly distributed.

6. Shape the Cookies
Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently press a few extra M&Ms on top of each dough ball for a bakery-style look.

7. Bake to Perfection
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked—this ensures a soft and chewy texture.

8. Cool and Enjoy
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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