Description
Experience the bliss of warm, gooey chocolate chip cookies reminiscent of the famous Levain Bakery. These cookies boast a perfect balance of crunchy edges and a soft, chewy center that will leave you craving more. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, they are sure to impress your family and friends with their rich flavor and delightful texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture; mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently with a spatula.
- Using an ice cream scoop or large spoon, portion out generous amounts of dough onto prepared baking sheets with space in between.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown at the edges but slightly under-baked in the middle.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Chill your cookie dough for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavors and texture. For variations, try using dark or milk chocolate chips, or add nuts or sea salt on top before baking.