Bake Ultimate thick & gooey Levain cookies at home with this easy copycat recipe. Enjoy delicious homemade treats with gooey goodness!
Ingredients
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy—about 2-3 minutes.
Add eggs and vanilla: Mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and sea salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Add the chocolate: Gently fold in the chocolate chips (and nuts if using) until evenly distributed.
Form the cookies: Scoop large portions of dough, about 3 tablespoons each, onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake: Pop the cookies into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. They may look slightly underbaked in the center.
Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
This easy homemade copycat version captures all the decadent flavor and delightful texture of Levain Bakery’s thick and gooey cookies. Absolutely delicious and simple to make, perfect for any occasion!
