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Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookies

Giant, thick cookies with crispy edges and gooey centers, filled with rich chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 8 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup cold butter, cut into small chunks Rich and creamy, cold butter creates a perfect texture.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Provides a deep, caramel-like flavor.
  • 1/2 cup sugar Balances the richness of brown sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 2 whole eggs Brings moisture and binding.
  • 1 1/2 cups cake flour Adds a light and tender crumb.
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Adds structure to the cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch Contributes to a soft center.
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda Creates golden-brown edges.
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt Enhances all flavors.
  • 2 cups chocolate chips The star ingredient of the cookies.
  • 2 cups walnuts, roughly chopped (optional) Adds a delightful texture.

Method
 

Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 410°F (210°C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
Cream the Ingredients
  1. In an electric mixer, combine cold butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until creamy.
Add Vanilla and Eggs
  1. Add vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Mix in the Dry Ingredients
  1. Stir in cake flour, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
Fold in the Chocolate Chips and Walnuts
  1. Gently fold in chocolate chips and walnuts until evenly distributed.
Shape the Cookies
  1. Divide dough into 8 equal balls, each about 6 ounces, and place them on prepared cookie sheets.
Bake
  1. Bake cookies for 9 to 11 minutes, until tops are golden and edges are set.
Cool Down
  1. Let cookies rest on baking sheets for 15 minutes before transferring.

Notes

Chill the dough for 30 minutes for even thicker cookies. Adjust baking time as necessary for your oven.