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Bakery Style M&Ms and Chocolate Chunk Cookies

These Bakery Style M&Ms and Chocolate Chunk Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 11.5 oz semi-sweet chocolate chunks
  • 1 cup M&Ms plus more to top the cookies if desired

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, beat the room temperature unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Step 3: Add the room temperature egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until fully combined.
  • Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Step 5: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chunks and M&Ms.
  • Step 6: Scoop the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Step 7: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Step 8: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cooling rack

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter.
  • Chill the dough to prevent spreading and maintain thickness.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.