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    Home » Cookies

    M&M Cookie Sandwiches

    Modified: Jul 25, 2022 · Published: Aug 10, 2020 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

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    If you are looking for cookie recipes that combine the best of candy and the best of cookies, check out these M&M Cookie Sandwiches. Read more to get the easy recipe, then be sure to try our Reese's Cookie Sandwiches and M&M Cookies Recipe!

    What's better than M&M's? M&M cookie sandwiches combine your favorite candy with a yummy cooking and frosting. Such a delicious treat!
    Jump to:
    • Why you need to make this M&M cookie sandwich recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How to make a cookie sandwich
    • 📖 Recipe
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Teach your kids to cook
    • Related posts

    Why you need to make this M&M cookie sandwich recipe

    • M&M's make everything better!
    • Soft and delicious M&M cookies filled with fluffy frosting
    • Lots of options for personalizing these cookies. Swap out M&M's for chocolate chips, add nuts, etc...
    m&m cookie sandwiches on a blue plate

    Ingredients

    • All Purpose Flour
    • Brown Sugar
    • Butter
    • Sugar
    • Egg
    • Chocolate Chips
    • M & M’s
    • Baking Soda
    • Frosting
    ingredients for m&M cookie sandwiches

    How to make a cookie sandwich

    Let's make some of these yummy cookie sandwiches, shall we? First things, first: preheat your oven to 350°.

    In a large mixing bowl combine ¼ cup of brown sugar, ½ cup of sugar and 1 stick (½ cup) of room temperature butter.

    mixing ingredients

    Crack 1 egg, add vanilla and sprinkle in ½ teaspoon of baking soda.

    M&M cookie batter

    Slowly add 1 ½ cups of all purpose flour and then stir in ¼ cup of chocolate chips and ¼ cup of M&M’s.

    M&M cookie batter

    This is my kids' favorite part, though it may be because they like to sample the candy!

    making m&M cookies

    Make the cookie dough into tablespoon sized balls and place on a nonstick pan or a parchment paper lined pan. Use a spoon to slightly flatten.

    m&m cookie dough on a cookie sheet

    Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, then remove them from the oven. Place the cookies on a cooling rack.

    m&M cookies on a cooling rack

    Once the cookies have cooled, spread frosting (I think chocolate would just put this over the top!) on the inside of every other cookie.

    making m&m cookie sandwiches

    Place a cookie on top to make a cookie sandwich. Use the remaining ¼ cup of M&Ms to place around the edges. They just make these cookies look so festive!

    M&M cookie sandwiches

    These cookies look super fun and are absolutely delicious! They are sure to be a hit with the whole family!

    m&M cookie sandwiches

    Feeling adventurous? Try replacing the frosting with vanilla ice cream to make ice cream cookie sandwiches. Yes, please!

    m&m cookie sandwiches

    📖 Recipe

    M&M Cookie Sandwiches

    Vicky
    What's better than M&M's? M&M cookie sandwiches combine your favorite candy with a yummy cooking and frosting. Such a delicious treat!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 12 minutes mins
    Total Time 32 minutes mins
    Course cookies
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 6 sandwiches of 2 cookies each
    Calories 644 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 ½ Cups All Purpose Flour
    • ¼ Cup Brown Sugar
    • ½ Cup Butter Room Temperature
    • ½ Cup Sugar
    • ½ tablespoon Vanilla
    • 1 Egg
    • ¼ Cup Chocolate Chips
    • ½ Cup M & M’s
    • ½ Teaspoon Baking Soda
    • 1 cup Frosting

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    • In a large mixing bowl combine brown sugar, sugar & butter.
    • Crack an egg & add vanilla.
    • Sprinkle in baking soda.
    • Slowly add flour.
    • Stir in chocolate chips & M&M’s.
    • Make into tablespoon sized balls and place on a nonstick pan or a parchment paper lined pan. Use a spoon to slightly flatten.
    • Bake for 10-12 minutes.
    • Remove from oven. Place on cooking rack.
    • Once cookies have cooled, spread frosting on the inside of every other cookie.
    • Place a cookie on top to make a cookie sandwich.
    • M&M the edges.
    • Serve & enjoy.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 644kcalCarbohydrates: 92gProtein: 6gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 326mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 2gSugar: 65gVitamin A: 568IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword brown butter heath bar cookies, m&m cookie sandwiches
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

    Frequently asked questions

    Can I make these with ice cream instead?

    I am never one to say no to ice cream. You can bake the cookies ahead of time and fill with softened ice cream before serving.

    What kind of frosting can I use in these sandwich cookies?

    I used vanilla, but buttercream, cream cheese or chocolate frosting would be yummy as well.

    How do I store these sandwich M&M cookies?

    You can store them in an airtight container on the counter for up to the 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    Teach your kids to cook

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    ​A new kit is delivered to your doorstep every month!

    Each kit features a new culinary theme! You’ll also get a shopping list emailed to you prior to delivery so you will be ready to cook. These kits are a great way for kids to develop new cooking skills and confidence in the kitchen while the entire family builds memories together. Find out more here.

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    1. Scarlet says

      August 13, 2020 at 5:05 am

      What pretty, cheerful dessert. My kids are going to love making these m&m ice cream sandwiches with cookies!

      Reply
    2. Julie says

      August 12, 2020 at 7:37 am

      What a fun treat to make! I'm sure it wont' be just the kids eating these!

      Reply
    3. Pam Greer says

      August 12, 2020 at 7:24 am

      5 stars
      I was wanting to make a treat for granddaughter's birthday and this is perfect! She loves M&M's!

      Reply
    4. Beth says

      August 12, 2020 at 6:42 am

      5 stars
      Yum! My kids loved these! So delicious and perfect summer treat! Can't wait to make these again!

      Reply
    5. Angela says

      August 12, 2020 at 5:52 am

      5 stars
      The perfect warm weather treat! My kids went crazy for these. Thanks so much for sharing!

      Reply
    Vicky from Mess for Less

    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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