Levain-Style Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies are a delicious treat that everyone loves. They are thick, chewy, and packed with chocolate and nuts. Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the oven or as an afternoon snack, these cookies will satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Why Make This Recipe
Making these cookies is a great way to bring joy to your family and friends. The combination of chocolate chips and walnuts makes each bite a little piece of heaven. Perfect for special occasions, cozy evenings, or even just a treat for yourself, this recipe is worth trying!
How to Make Levain-Style Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cold butter, cut into small cubes
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups cake flour
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 2 cups walnuts, roughly chopped
Directions:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the cold cubed butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed for about 4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Gradually add cake flour, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and roughly chopped walnuts with a spatula until evenly distributed.
- Divide the dough into 10 large balls, about 5 ounces each.
- Preheat your oven to 410°F (210°C).
- Place dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them out to allow for spreading.
- Bake for 9–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are just set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How to Serve Levain-Style Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
Enjoy these cookies warm or at room temperature. They are perfect on their own or paired with a glass of milk. You can also serve them with ice cream for a delicious dessert sundae!
How to Store Levain-Style Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
Keep your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want them to last longer, you can freeze them! Just make sure to place them in a freezer-safe bag or container.
Tips to Make Levain-Style Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
- Use cold butter for a chewier texture.
- Don’t overmix the dough; stop as soon as you see no dry flour.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of chocolate chips and walnuts based on your preference.
Variation
You can try adding other mix-ins like pecans, almonds, or even candy pieces for a fun twist!
Levain-Style Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup cold butter cut into small cubes
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups cake flour
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 2 cups walnuts roughly chopped
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the cold cubed butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed for about 4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Gradually add cake flour, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and roughly chopped walnuts with a spatula until evenly distributed.
- Divide the dough into 10 large balls, about 5 ounces each.
- Preheat your oven to 410°F (210°C).
- Place dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them out to allow for spreading.
- Bake for 9–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are just set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use cold butter for a chewier texture.
- Don’t overmix the dough; stop as soon as you see no dry flour.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of chocolate chips and walnuts based on your preference.
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FAQs
1. Can I use softened butter instead of cold butter?
Using softened butter will change the texture of the cookies; they’re best with cold butter for that perfect chewiness.
2. How do I know when the cookies are done?
Look for golden edges and soft centers. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
3. Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely! Just make sure to adjust your mixing bowl size and baking sheets accordingly. Enjoy baking!
