Soft Batch Chocolate M&M Cookies

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Ingredients:
1 cup plus 2 Tablespoons (140g) all-purpose flour
1/4 cup (21g) unsweetened natural cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, chopped into tiny pieces
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup (99g) granulated sugar
1/3 cup (71g) light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs, at room temperature
2 tablespoons (28ml) whole milk
1 and 1/2 cups milk chocolate M&Ms
1 cup milk chocolate chips
Garnish:

1/4 cup M&Ms
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions:

Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets:

Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly spray with non-stick spray. Set aside.
Dry Ingredients:

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Melt Chocolate and Butter:

In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and butter.
Heat in the microwave on low power in 15-second increments, stirring between each, until melted and smooth. Avoid overheating.
Combine Wet Ingredients:

Whisk in the vanilla extract, then both sugars.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the milk.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Add M&Ms and Chocolate Chips:

Fold in the M&Ms and milk chocolate chips.
Form and Bake Cookies:

Scoop 1/4 cupfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheets.
Bake one tray at a time for 16 to 18 minutes, until the edges are set and the tops are dark and shiny.
Garnish and Cool:

Press a few extra M&Ms and chocolate chips onto the warm cookies as soon as they come out of the oven.
Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Soft Batch Chocolate M&M Cookies are chewy, chocolatey, and filled with the fun and color of M&Ms, making them a perfect treat for parties, gatherings, or just a cozy night in. Enjoy the delicious combination of rich chocolate and crunchy candy pieces in every bite!