Copycat Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Copycat Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookies! Known for their massive size and rich, gooey centers, these cookies are a treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth. With a perfect balance of semi-sweet chocolate and crunchy walnuts, each bite is a delight. These cookies are not only easy to make but also perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a comforting snack at home. Get ready to impress your friends and family with bakery-style cookies that you can create right in your own kitchen!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 9 large cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 ½ cups cake flour
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups walnuts (roughly chopped)
Instructions
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a stand mixer, cream cold butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together cake flour, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips and walnuts.
- Divide dough into 9 equal portions (about 6 ounces each) and shape into rough balls without flattening.
- Chill dough balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Bake chilled cookie dough balls for 10-11 minutes until golden around the edges but slightly underbaked in the center.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg