M&M's
M&M's Milk Chocolate Candy
What it is
These are small, colorful button-shaped chocolates with a hard candy shell. The shell is typically colored red, blue, green, yellow, brown, or orange. Inside, the chocolate is smooth and creamy. The candy shell provides a satisfying crunch and prevents the chocolate from melting too quickly in your hands. They are a popular confection enjoyed by many.
How people cook with it
M&M's are a versatile treat that can be enjoyed on their own or incorporated into various desserts and baked goods.
- Snack on them directly from the bag.
- Add to cookies and brownies.
- Decorate cakes and cupcakes.
- Mix into ice cream.
M&M's are most commonly eaten as a standalone snack. Their bright colors and sweet taste make them appealing for casual enjoyment. For baking, they can be stirred into cookie dough before baking, sprinkled on top of cakes for decoration, or folded into ice cream for a sweet surprise. They hold their shape well when baked, providing pockets of melted chocolate within baked goods. The candy shell adds a textural contrast to softer ingredients.
How it differs from similar foods
Compared to solid chocolate bars, M&M's offer a distinct crunchy shell that provides a different mouthfeel. The individual pieces are also convenient for portion control and easy sharing. The variety of colors makes them visually appealing for decorating purposes, which is less common with standard chocolate bars.
Who it is for
People of all ages enjoy M&M's as a sweet treat.
How to keep the rest
To keep the remaining M&M's fresh, store them in their original packaging or an airtight container. Keep them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat to prevent the chocolate from melting and the candy shell from becoming sticky or dull.