Levain Lemon Cookies: NYC Bakery Style Citrus Treat

Indulge your sweet tooth with a delightful treat that evokes the rich flavors of Levain Bakery’s famed cookies. These cookies are characterized by their soft centers and gooey chocolate goodness, making them a perfect addition to any dessert table. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply satisfying a craving, this recipe is sure to impress.

Levain Bakery Style Cookies

These cookies are a game-changer! With a crispy exterior and a chewy, doughy interior, they bring a heavenly texture and taste to every bite.

Levain Bakery Style CookiesIngredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts if you’re using them. The dough will be thick and sticky.
  6. Using a large cookie scoop or your hands, form the dough into heaping mounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set but still soft.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Once you’ve let these heavenly cookies cool, it’s time to dig in! Enjoy them warm with a glass of milk, or store them in an airtight container for later. Happy baking!

Levain Bakery Style Cookies | Ash Baber source: ashbaber.com