These mini sugar cookies are soft and chewy, are loaded with mini M&Ms, and are the perfect bite-sized treat. These bite-size cookies are ideal for parties, bake sales, or a midday snack.
Cookies are always a great option for dessert, snacking, or parties. And if they’re easy to make? Well, that’s even better. I often make sugar cookies for parties or just to have around the house because they have such a delicious flavor, and they’re so easy to make. I also make a lot of sugar cookie variations, and one of my favorites is this one. I make small, bite-sized sugar cookies, and I load them up with mini M&Ms for a sweet, chocolaty bite of Heaven that’s always a great choice for any occasion. I’ll keep these on hand at home for snacking or bring them to parties. Of course, I have to bring a double batch because they go so fast!
Mini Sugar Cookies
These mini sugar cookies start with a simple sugar cookie dough made with corn syrup so the cookies bake up super soft and chewy. I fold mini M&Ms into the dough for a blast of chocolate and color in every bite, then I bake the cookies until the edges turn golden. After that, I let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes and transfer them to wire rack to cool completely. That’s all there is to it! The entire recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish!
Why You’ll Love This Mini Sugar Cookie Recipe
- These bite-sized cookies are great for satisfying a sweet tooth craving without the guilt.
- They’re a classic sugar cookie recipe with the addition of mini M&Ms that add a pop of color.
- They are a family favorite mini cookie recipe and can be customized with different add-ins, such as nuts, mini chocolate chips, and candy sprinkles.
Mini Sugar Cookie Ingredients
These simple cookies only use basic baking ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen right now. Anything you don’t have can be found in one quick trip to your local grocery store. It’s as easy as pie. I mean, cookies.
- Karo Syrup: Karo syrup adds sweetness and moisture to the cookie dough, making them super soft and chewy.
- Butter: A full cup of butter adds rich, buttery flavor to the sugar cookies.
- Mini M&Ms: Mini M&Ms add rich chocolate flavor and a fun pop of color to the cookies.
See the recipe card at the end of the post for a full list of ingredients and their exact amounts.
How to Make Mini Sugar Cookies
Making these cookies is just as easy as any other sugar cookie recipe. The only extra step is folding the mini M&Ms into the dough. You’ll be in and out of the kitchen in about 30 minutes.
Step 1: Prep
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Step 2: Combine the Wet Ingredients
Cream the butter and sugar in large bowl with an electric mixer for about 3 minutes until creamy. Then, add the egg, vanilla, and corn syrup and beat until combined.
Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients
Whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
Step 4: Mix the Dough
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Then, fold in the mini M&Ms with a spatula.
Step 5: Bake
Use a teaspoon cookie scoop to scoop out the dough and roll it into balls. Then, place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 9 to 10 minutes until the edges are slightly browned.
Step 6: Cool
Remove the cookies and let them cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Fully soften your butter so it creams well with the other ingredients, avoiding little bits of raw butter in the dough.
- Fold the mini M&Ms into the batter rather than stirring them. This helps the M&Ms hold their shape and prevents streaking if you break the shells.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a full 5 minutes to allow carry-over cooking time to bake the cookies to perfection.
Variations
- Use other mini candies like Reese’s Pieces or chopped candy bars for different cookie flavors.
- Make these cookies full-size and add chocolate chips and mini M&Ms for even more chocolate flavor.
- You can use honey or maple syrup in place of Karo Syrup for different cookie dough flavors.
- Try adding frosting to these cookies, just like their full-size counterparts.
What to Serve with Bite-Sized Sugar Cookies
Serve these cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee or tea just like their full-sized counterparts. You can also add them to a tray with other sweet finger foods, fruits, nuts, and chocolate for a dessert-themed charcuterie board.
Recipe FAQ
The secret ingredient for soft cookies is light Karo Syrup. It adds moisture, and its thick texture creates cookies that are super soft and chewy.
You sure can! Just like regular sugar cookies, mini sugar cookies can be frosted or iced.
Start by making the dough with light Karo Syrup. This adds moisture and helps keep the cookies soft and chewy. Then, store the cookies in an air-tight container with a slice of fresh white bread. The bread is moist and will help the cookies stay soft.
You sure can. Simply make the dough and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking the cookies. Bring the dough to room temperature, then scoop, roll, and bake per the directions.
Sugar cookies are freezer-friendly and will last for up to 3 months when stored properly.
How to Store Mini M&M Sugar Cookies
Store these cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 3 months in an airtight, freezer-safe container in single layers separated by parchment paper or in a heavy-duty freezer bag with as much air removed as possible. Defrost on the counter and enjoy!
Try This Easy Sugar Cookie Recipe Today
These mini sugar cookies are as easy as they are delicious, and there’s never a bad time to serve them. Their fun size, sweet flavor, and mini M&Ms make for cookies that are perfect for dessert, snacking, birthday parties, and all kinds of other events. Everyone loves their super soft texture and buttery flavor, and you’ll love how easy they are to make. Give them a try, and I know you’ll give them a permanent spot in your recipe collection.
More Delicious Cookie Recipes You’ll Enjoy
These Frosted Sugar Cookies are soft and chewy, and frosted with a rich buttercream frosting and festive sprinkles. A delicious cookie the whole family will enjoy.
Mini Sugar Cookies with Mini M&Ms
Ingredients
- 2 ⅔ cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter, room temperature
- 1 ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon corn syrup
- 1 cup mini M&Ms
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar together until creamy, about 3 minutes.
- Beat egg, vanilla, and corn syrup into mixture until combined.
- In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together.
- Add dry ingredients into wet ingredients and beat until well combined.
- Using a spatula, mix mini M&Ms into dough.
- Using a teaspoon, scoop dough and roll into balls. Place rolled cookie dough onto prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, or until edges are slightly browned.
- Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack.
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