Description
Thick, gooey, and packed with chocolate chips and walnuts, these cookies rival Levain Bakery’s famous treats. With a crispy golden crust and a soft, fudgy center, they’re the ultimate indulgence!
Ingredients
- 1 cup cold, cubed butter
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 410°F (210°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Cream the Butter & Sugars
Using a stand or hand mixer, beat the cold cubed butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the Wet Ingredients
Mix in eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Slowly add this to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Fold in the Good Stuff
Gently fold in chocolate chips and walnuts, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
6. Scoop & Shape
Form large dough balls, using ½ cup per cookie. Place only 4 cookies per baking sheet to allow them room to spread.
7. Bake to Perfection
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown while the centers remain soft.
8. Cool & Enjoy
Let the cookies cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
- This recipe yields extra-large cookies similar to Levain Bakery.
- Adjust baking time based on your oven, as temperatures may vary.
- Always use high-quality chocolate for the best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American