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Copycat Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Indulge in the decadent delight of Copycat Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookies. These oversized treats boast a thick, gooey center surrounded by perfectly crisp edges, making them an irresistible choice for any cookie lover. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or savoring as a solo treat, these cookies elevate the classic chocolate chip experience to new heights. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can achieve bakery-quality results right at home. Load them with rich semi-sweet chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts for a flavor explosion that will leave your friends and family in awe. Get ready to impress with this ultimate chocolate chip cookie recipe!

  • Total Time: 41 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 9 servings 1x

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

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, cream together cold butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and creamy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together cake flour, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts until evenly distributed.
  7. Divide dough into nine equal portions (about 6 ounces each) and shape into rough balls.
  8. Chill dough balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  9. Bake for 10–11 minutes or until golden around the edges but slightly underbaked in the center.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for about 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 11 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 570
  • Sugar: 34g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 36g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg