Chocolate Chipper Champs

Preheat oven to 375°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.

Cream together butter and firmly packed light brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and mix until fully incorporated.

In a separate small bowl, combine baking soda and salt, then stir this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.

Fold M&M's plain chocolate candies and chopped nuts into the dough using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon.

Drop rounded tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but centers still appear slightly underdone.

Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.