Making Soft and Chewy M&M Sugar Cookies is a breeze with these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Add M&Ms: Fold in the M&M candies gently, ensuring an even distribution throughout the dough.
7. Scoop Dough: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
8. Optional Topping: If desired, press a few extra M&Ms onto the tops of each cookie for a decorative touch.
9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will firm up as they cool.
10. Cool: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

By following these steps, you’ll create a batch of Soft and Chewy M&M Sugar Cookies that are sure to impress!