Bakery Style M&M Chocolate Chip Cookies


Ingredients

  • 3 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 3/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. butter at cool room temperature
  • 1/2 c. plain vegetable shortening
  • 1 c. brown sugar, packed
  • 3/4 c. granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 T. vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 c. M&M's Brand Chocolate Candies
  • 1 c. dark, semi-sweet, or milk chocolate chips or chunks



Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat together butter and shortening until well-combined.
  • Add sugars, and beat for about 4-5 minutes on high, or until very well-combined.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, and vanilla; beat in for 3 minutes.
  • Stir in flour until just combined.
  • Add chocolate chips and M&M's; stir in.
  • Cover, and refrigerate dough for at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 375 F, and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Drop dough by medium scoops (1.5 tablespoons) onto prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until very lightly br