White Chocolate M&M Cookies With Pastel Charm

There’s something about white chocolate and pastel M&Ms that just screams spring happiness. These chewy, colorful cookies are always a hit—whether you’re baking for a spring brunch, a classroom treat, or a backyard birthday bash.

I originally made them for Easter, but honestly? They work beautifully all season long (and even into summer)!

The soft texture, crisp edges, and sweet pops of chocolate and candy make them irresistible.

Let’s get baking!

White Chocolate M&M Cookies Facts

• Yield: 16–20 cookies
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Bake Time: 12–14 minutes

Ingredients You’ll Need For This Recipe

• 1 cup unsalted butter, browned

• 1 ¼ cups brown sugar

• ½ cup white granulated sugar

• 2 eggs

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• ¾ teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¾ cup white chocolate chips

• ½ cup pastel M&Ms

• Pastel sprinkles (optional but so cute!)

Instructions to Make These Cookies

1- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2- In a saucepan, melt your butter until golden and browned. Pour it into a large bowl.

3- Add both sugars to the butter and beat until smooth and creamy.

4- Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract until everything is fully combined.

5- Add the flour, baking soda, and salt, folding the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.

6- Stir in the white chocolate chips and M&Ms until evenly mixed.

7- Scoop out dough balls with a cookie scoop or tablespoon, placing them 2 inches apart.

8- Top with extra M&Ms and pastel sprinkles for a fun, festive touch.

9- Bake for 12–14 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

10- Let cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.

Tips for Success

• Don’t skip browning the butter. It gives the cookies a warm, nutty flavor that’s SO worth it.

• Chill your dough if it feels too soft. Even 20 minutes in the fridge will help your cookies hold their shape.

• Use pastel M&Ms all season. These cookies aren’t just for Easter—they’re perfect for spring potlucks, baby showers, or birthday parties too!

Whether you’re making these for an Easter basket treat or serving them with lemonade at a sunny spring gathering, these white chocolate M&M cookies are pure joy in every bite.
They’re pretty, party-ready, and super easy to whip up.

If you’re planning a seasonal bash, don’t miss my growing collection of Spring Party Games! —it pairs perfectly with sweet snacks like this one.

Let’s make every celebration delicious and fun!

Pastel M&M Cookies

Yield: 16-20 Cookies

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 13 minutes

Total Time: 28 minutes

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Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, browned
• 1 ¼ cups brown sugar
• ½ cup white granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup white chocolate chips
• ½ cup pastel M&Ms
• Pastel sprinkles (optional but so cute!)

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  
• In a saucepan, melt your butter until golden and browned. Pour it into a large bowl.
  
• Add both sugars to the butter and beat until smooth and creamy.
  
• Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract until everything is fully combined.
  
• Add the flour, baking soda, and salt, folding the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  
• Stir in the white chocolate chips and M&Ms until evenly mixed.
  
• Scoop out dough balls with a cookie scoop or tablespoon, placing them 2 inches apart.
  
• Top with extra M&Ms and pastel sprinkles for a fun, festive touch.
  
• Bake for 12–14 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  
• Let cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.