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Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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Indulge in the ultimate Levain Bakery chocolate chip cookiesβ€”crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and loaded with rich chocolate chips.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • ΒΎ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • Β½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 1ΒΎ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • ΒΎ teaspoon baking soda
  • Β½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream cold butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together cake flour, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts (if using).
  • Divide dough into large balls (about 4 oz each) and place them on the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 9-11 minutes or until golden brown on the edges but soft in the center.
  • Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use cold butter for the signature thick texture.
  • Do not overmix the dough to maintain a soft, tender crumb.
  • For extra gooey cookies, slightly underbake and let them set on the baking sheet.

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