This festive season, why not recreate the magic of Marks & Spencer’s viral Gingerbread and White Chocolate Cookies? I was inspired by the beloved Millie’s Cookies recipe from Baking Mad. This homemade version adds a warming twist with ground ginger and cinnamon, and swaps traditional chocolate for creamy white chocolate chunks. Perfect for gifting, sharing, or enjoying with a hot drink. I know these cookies are sure to become a holiday favourite.
🍪 What Makes These Cookies So Special?
M&S’s Festive Cookies have taken the internet by storm. With fans drooling over their rich flavour and gooey texture and honestly… I am obsessed. Which is why I created this homemade version that captures that same festive magic. I’ve combined the chewy, buttery base of Millie’s Cookies with the spicy warmth of ginger and cinnamon, and the sweetness of white chocolate. Plus this means that I am not constantly making trips to Marks & Spencer (until the next batch of Christmas nibbles are released!)
Gingerbread & White Chocolate Cookies – The M&S Viral Christmas Recipe Dupe
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F. Line two baking trays with parchment paper.
- Cream the softened butter, light brown sugar, and caster sugar together until pale and fluffy.125 g Unsalted Butter, 90 g Billington's Golden Caster Sugar, 135 g Billington's Light Muscovado Sugar
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, beating until well combined.1 Medium, Egg, 1 tsp Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Extract
- Sift the flour, salt, ground ginger, and ground cinnamon into the bowl. (The salt balances out the sweetness of the white chocolate)220 g Self Raising Flour, 3 tsp Ground Ginger, 2 tsp Cinnamon, 1/2 tsp Salt
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
- Break up a bar of white chocolate and stir the chocolate chunks evenly throughout the dough.200 g White Chocolate Chunks
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them onto the prepared baking trays, spacing them apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the centres remain slightly soft. (They will still feel a little soft in the centre, this is what you want. It will harden slightly as it cools)
- Cool on the trays for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Tips for the Perfect CookieChill the dough: For thicker cookies, chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking.Customize: Add different flavours of chocolate or break up sweets and chocolate bars to personalise.Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Want the Original Recipe?
For the classic Millie’s Cookies recipe, visit Baking Mad’s official site:
👉 Baking Mad’s Millie’s Cookies Recipe
Where to Find M&S’s Gingerbread & White Chocolate Cookies
Prefer to enjoy these cookies without the baking? These M&S Cookies are available in-store and online for £3.25 for a pack of five. They’re also featured in M&S’s 2025 Christmas food-to-order service.
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Final Thoughts
Whether you’re baking at home or picking up a pack from M&S, these cookies are a delightful addition to your holiday celebrations. Their festive spices and sweet white chocolate make them a treat that’s sure to bring joy to all who enjoy them. Happy baking!