Get ready to experience cookie perfection like never before! These Ultimate Chocolate Chip Levain Cookies are not just another ordinary treat - they're a game-changing dessert that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Imagine biting into a massive, thick cookie with a crispy golden exterior and an incredibly soft, gooey center loaded with rich chocolate chips. These bakery-style cookies are so irresistible, they'll have everyone begging for your secret recipe!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or your hands, portion out the dough into 8 equal balls, roughly 3 tablespoons each. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still slightly soft. They will continue to cook on the baking sheet after being removed from the oven.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your Ultimate Chocolate Chip Levain Cookies warm or at room temperature, and store any leftovers in an airtight container.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients: Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for better mixing and a more consistent dough.
- Don't overmix the dough: Mix until ingredients are just combined to keep the cookies tender and prevent toughness.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips: Choose premium chocolate chips for a richer, more decadent flavor.
- Chill the dough: For even thicker cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform size: This ensures consistent baking and a professional-looking result.
- Watch the baking time carefully: Remove cookies when edges are golden but centers are still soft for that perfect texture.
- Let cookies rest on the baking sheet: Allowing them to cool for 5 minutes helps them set and prevents breaking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
