Maryland Cookies

Maryland Cookies, commonly referred to as Maryland Choc Chip, are a heritage biscuit brand best known for being the UK's best-selling chocolate chip cookie. Despite the American-sounding name (after the U.S. state of Maryland), the brand is quintessentially British in its commercial history and manufacturing. The cookie was first introduced to the UK market in 1956 and has since become a staple in British households.

The production of Maryland Cookies has long been centered in the United Kingdom, specifically at the historic Blackpool bakery in Lancashire. The brand's ownership has transitioned through several major food conglomerates over the decades. Originally part of Lyons, it eventually became a flagship brand for Burton’s Biscuit Company. In a significant industry move in 2021, the brand was acquired by a subsidiary of the Ferrero Group, placing it under the umbrella of one of the world's largest confectionery companies while maintaining its distinct British production roots.