Mint M&M brownie cookies made with a boxed brownie mix are soft, fudgy, and packed with minty chocolate flavor. A quick, easy cookie recipe perfect for any occasion.
Cookies. . .from a Brownie Mix? Yes, Please!
These Mint M&M Brownie Cookies are the perfect mash-up of rich, fudgy brownies and soft, chewy cookies. Made with a boxed brownie mix and just a handful of pantry staples, they come together quickly and bake up thick, chocolatey, and loaded with pops of cool mint flavor.
If you love easy desserts with maximum payoff, this no-fuss cookie recipe is about to earn a permanent spot in your rotation.
What are we waiting for? Let's dive right in to this one, folks!
Mint M&M Brownie Cookie Ingredients
You'll find a printable recipe card at the bottom of this post but here's a peek at what you will need. These are simple ingredients you might already have on hand.
- 1 (18 oz) boxed brownie mix
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (not pictured)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter for richer flavor)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–1¼ cups mint M&Ms (reserve a few for pressing on top before baking)
Tip: Using mint M&Ms is a fun way to create color. (Don't those M&Ms look great against that chocolate cookie?)
How to Make Mint M&M Brownie Cookies
These are truly one of the simplest (and tastiest) cookies you will ever bake. Trust me when I say the brownie mix is the perfect foundation!
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment or silicone mats.
In a bowl, combine the brownie mix, flour, eggs, oil, and vanilla.
Stir until a thick dough forms.
Fold in 1 cup of the mint M&Ms gently — you want pretty speckles of candy throughout but not over-mixed.
Use a cookie scoop (~1½ Tbsp) to drop dough onto the prepared sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
Press a few extra mint M&Ms onto the tops of the mounds for a festive look.
Bake 9–11 minutes — just until the edges are set and the tops look matte. They should be soft!
Cool 5 minutes on the sheet, then transfer to a rack to finish cooling.
Notes for Perfect Results
- These are soft, brownie-like cookies — not crackled crinkles — so take them out when they still look a little underdone on top. They’ll finish as they cool.
- If you like extra gooey pockets of mint, gently press a few more mint M&Ms into the tops right as they come out of the oven.
- You can do a mix of red/green and regular mint M&Ms for texture contrasts.
Serving + Styling Tips
- Sprinkle with sea salt right when they come out for a grown-up twist.
- Pair with hot cocoa or peppermint mocha for seasonal content photos.
- These make adorable cookie box gifts — stack them with parchment paper and tie with red twine.
What to Expect from these Cookies
If you love a rich, moist brownie, you're going to flip over these cookies! They're absolutely brownie-bite in texture. And those mint M&Ms? They're perfection. The way those minty flavors merge with the rich dark chocolate is absolutely divine. I'm so happy I made these, and not just for the holidays! They would be perfect any time of year!
Other Minty Favorites from Out of the Box
If you love mint-infused sweets, we've definitely got you covered. Here are some fan favorites:
Double Mint Chocolate Cookies: This is my original from-scratch mint cookie recipe and it's both simple and delicious.
Easy Doctored Brownie Mix with Mint Chocolate: Wondering how to doctor a simple brownie mix to add minty freshness? This recipe is easy and luscious!
Delicious Mint Oreo Trifle: This is the mint recipe that started them all, my original layered mint dessert. I adore it.
Soft Christmas Peppermints: These are so easy to make, and super delicious!
That's it for this post, friends!
I know you're going to love these delicious brownie bite cookies. If you make them, please leave a review! And before you go, why not pin some photos to your Pinterest boards?
Janice Thompson is a professional baker, cake designer, and author with over 20 years of experience creating unique cakes and desserts. She’s the creator of Out of the Box Baking, where she shares her favorite doctored cake mix recipes, tutorials, and baking tips. Learn more →
Mint M&M Brownie Cookies
Mint M&M brownie cookies made with a boxed brownie mix are soft, fudgy, and packed with minty chocolate flavor. A quick, easy cookie recipe perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 (18 oz) boxed brownie mix
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (not pictured)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter for richer flavor)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–1¼ cups mini mint M&Ms (reserve a few for pressing on top before baking)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment or silicone mats.
In a bowl, combine the brownie mix, flour, eggs, oil, and vanilla. - Stir until a thick dough forms.
- Fold in 1 cup of the mini mint M&Ms gently — you want pretty speckles of candy throughout but not over-mixed.
- Use a cookie scoop (~1½ Tbsp) to drop dough onto the prepared sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
Press a few extra mint M&Ms onto the tops of the mounds for a festive look.
Bake 9–11 minutes — just until the edges are set and the tops look matte. They should be soft! - Cool and serve!
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to three days. You can freeze them to eat later.