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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and holiday M&M’s or sprinkles.
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Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each. Press extra M&M’s or sprinkles on top of each cookie if desired.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.