Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Recreate the iconic Levain Bakery chocolate chip cookies at home! These thick, chewy, and gooey cookies are loaded with melty chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts. Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, they’re a must-try for any cookie lover.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 8 large cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cake flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
- ¾ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 ½ cups walnuts (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together both flours, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until just combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing until incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts.
- Divide dough into large 6 oz portions and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown but the center remains soft.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use cold butter for the best texture.
- Do not overmix the dough.
- Bake at a high temperature for a crisp exterior and gooey center.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 220