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Levain-Style Two-Chip Chocolate Chip Cookies

Decadent Levain-Style Two-Chip Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

These Levain-Style Two-Chip Chocolate Chip Cookies are thick, gooey, and irresistible, making them a must-try for cookie lovers.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 56 minutes
Servings: 8 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted cold butter Adds richness and flavor.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Provides moisture and caramel-like sweetness.
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar Promotes crispy edges.
  • 2 large cold eggs Essential for structure and moisture.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Gives structure to the cookies.
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch Creates a soft and chewy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor.
For the Chocolate Chips
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Main source of chocolate goodness.
  • 1 cup milk or white chocolate chips Adds creaminess.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup walnuts or pecans Provides additional texture.
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder Enhances chocolate flavor.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • mixing bowls
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a stand mixer, combine 1 cup of unsalted cold butter, 1 cup of brown sugar, and ¾ cup of granulated sugar. Beat on medium speed for 4-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
  2. With the mixer on low, add in 2 cold eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients in the stand mixer. Mix on low speed until incorporated.
  5. Gently fold in 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 cup of milk or white chocolate chips.
  6. Divide the dough into 8-10 large balls, roughly 6 oz each, without flattening them.
  7. For enhanced flavor, refrigerate the dough balls for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  8. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C).
  9. Place 3-4 dough balls on a lined baking sheet and bake for approximately 9-11 minutes.
  10. Once out of the oven, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough for optimal flavor and texture. Use cold ingredients for the best results.

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