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Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Crush Cookies

These cookies are soft and chewy, with a rich and gooey chocolate center, inspired by the famous Levain Bakery in New York.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter, at room temperature Provides rich flavor and moisture for the cookies.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and depth with its caramel notes.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Balances flavors and contributes to the perfect texture.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the ingredients together while adding richness.
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour The foundation of the dough, giving structure.
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips The star of the show, bringing delicious, melty chocolate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps the cookies rise for a delightful texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances the sweetness and balances flavors.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips gently to ensure they’re evenly distributed.
  7. Using a cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are slightly soft.
  2. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking, and avoid overbaking.