Sink your teeth into the thick, indulgent world of Levain-style cookies, known for their chunky texture and gooey centers. This recipe combines creamy milk chocolate, rich dark chocolate chunks, and crunchy walnuts, all encased in a soft cookie dough that melts delightfully in your mouth. These cookies are not just treats; they're an experience, perfect for when you crave something truly special and satisfying.
Why You'll Love This:
These Levain-style cookies are a chocolate lover's dream. They boast a robust exterior with a surprisingly soft and molten interior, packed with generous chunks of chocolates and walnuts. The combination of brown and white sugars creates a rich, caramel-like flavor that enhances the chocolate, making each bite a complex taste adventure.
Perfect Occasion:
These cookies are perfect for any gathering where you want to impress with homemade sophistication—think book club meetings, cozy family evenings, or even as a luxurious after-dinner dessert. They also make fantastic gifts during the holidays or special occasions, warmly wrapped for that personal touch.
Decoration Tips:
For an extra touch of elegance, sprinkle a little sea salt on top of the cookies right before baking. This not only enhances the flavors of the chocolates but also adds a gourmet finish. You might also consider a drizzle of caramel or even more melted chocolate on top after they've baked for added decadence.
Ingredients:
- Wet Ingredients:
- 130g soft unsalted butter
- 40g brown sugar
- 40g granulated sugar
- 1 medium egg
- Dry Ingredients:
- 160g all-purpose flour
- 30g cornstarch
- 3g baking soda
- 2g baking powder
- A pinch of salt
- Mix-Ins:
- 100g milk chocolate, roughly chopped (suitable for melting)
- 50g dark chocolate chips
- 100g roughly chopped walnuts
Preparation:
- Creaming the Butter and Sugars:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the soft butter with both brown and granulated sugars until creamy. Add the egg and continue to mix until well incorporated.
- Combining Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Forming the Cookie Dough:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until no flour streaks remain. Stir in the chopped milk chocolate, dark chocolate chips, and walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Chilling the Dough:
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to handle.
- Shaping and Baking:
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F) with the fan on. Divide the dough into 9 equal portions, roll into balls, and place on a lined baking sheet, spaced well apart. Bake for 9-10 minutes, until the cookies are just set on the outside but still soft in the middle.
- Cooling and Serving:
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 15 minutes to set. Serve warm for the gooey chocolate experience, or reheat briefly in the microwave or oven if serving later.
Enjoy these luxurious Levain-style chocolate walnut cookies, a perfect blend of crunchy, gooey, and utterly mouthwatering, destined to become a new favorite!
