Levain Bakery’s chocolate chip cookies are famous for their rich, gooey center and thick, almost-cake-like texture. They’re a bit different from your typical chocolate chip cookie, as they have a larger, more substantial bite. If you’re looking to recreate them at home, here’s a copycat recipe you can try!
Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened, but not melted)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
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Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. You can do this with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed for about 3-5 minutes.
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Add eggs and vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
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Add chocolate chips and walnuts: Stir in the chocolate chips and, if using, the walnuts. The dough will be thick!
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Form the cookie dough: Using a 1/4 cup measuring scoop (or your hands), portion out large scoops of dough. Roll each portion into a ball and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Space the cookie balls about 2-3 inches apart.
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Bake the cookies: Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the centers are still soft and slightly underbaked. The key is to slightly underbake them to keep that gooey, soft center.
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Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These cookies are best enjoyed warm! They’re thick, soft, and filled with gooey chocolate goodness, just like the ones from Levain Bakery. Enjoy!
