Valentines edition thick m&m cookies

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 (270g) cups all purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp (8g) cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp espresso powder ( optional )
• 3/4 cup ( 165g) dark brown sugar, packed
• 3 tbsp (38g) granulated sugar
• 1 egg + 1 egg yolk (cold)
• 1 cup (227g) salted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 tbsp (13g) vanilla bean paste
• 3/4 cup (128g)semi sweet chocolate chips
• 3/4 cup (135g) m&m’s

Instructions

1. In a bowl or stand mixer add cubed cold butter.
2. Beat on high until creamy for about 2 min.
3. Add in brown sugar and granulated sugar.
4. Beat again for 2-3 min on high until well combined.
5. Add in the egg and egg yolk along with the with vanilla bean paste.
6. Mix on high for 3-4 min until everything is well incorporated.
7. In a separate bowl add all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, corn starch,instant coffee. Mix to combine.
8. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Add in chocolate and m&m’s. Mix until just combined, do not over mix the batter at this stage.
9. Scoop 4 ounces tall cookie dough balls on baking sheet.
10. Freeze the dough balls for at least 2 hours or overnight.
11. Place 3-4 cookies on a prepared baking sheet, leaving approximately 4 inches of space in between each cookie.
12. Bake for 16-18 min or until the edges are golden and crispy and center is chewy and soft.
13. Let cool completely before serving and enjoy.
14. Note: If you’re making small cookies, adjust the baking time accordingly. Usually, it takes 12 to 15 minutes.