Get ready to experience cookie perfection that will make your taste buds dance and your kitchen smell like a gourmet bakery! These aren't just ordinary chocolate chip cookies – these are thick, decadent levain-style cookies that boast a crispy golden exterior and an irresistibly soft, gooey center that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this foolproof method will transform you into a cookie master in just 38 minutes!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 18 mins
Total Time: 38 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well blended. This will ensure even distribution of the leavening agent and salt in your dough.
- In another mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir 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, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-18 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still soft. Keep a close eye on them to avoid overbaking.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your freshly baked levain chocolate chip cookies warm or store them in an airtight container for later!
Tips
- Use room temperature butter and eggs for the smoothest, most consistent dough texture.
- Don't overmix the dough – mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker, more structured cookies.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for the most rich and decadent flavor.
- For extra indulgence, try using a mix of semi-sweet and dark chocolate chips.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Let cookies cool slightly on the baking sheet to help them set and maintain their perfect texture.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 5 days – if they last that long!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 48g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 65mg
