Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookies: The Ultimate Cookie Experience

For the best experience, serve the cookies while they are still warm so the chocolate chips are gooey and melted.
Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To restore their gooey texture, warm them in the microwave for 10-15 seconds before serving.
These cookies freeze well. Store the baked cookies in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. To thaw, heat them in the microwave for a few seconds.
Variations

Double Chocolate Chip: Substitute half of the all-purpose flour with unsweetened cocoa powder for a chocolatey twist.
Peanut Butter Chips: Add peanut butter chips or chunks alongside the chocolate chips for a peanut butter chocolate chip cookie variation.
Sea Salt: Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of each cookie before baking to enhance the sweet and salty flavor profile.
FAQ

Q: Can I use regular chocolate chips instead of chocolate chunks?
A: Yes, you can use regular chocolate chips, but chocolate chunks tend to melt better and create larger pockets of melted chocolate, which is characteristic of Levain Bakery cookies.

Q: Can I skip the chilling step?
A: Chilling the dough is essential for achieving thick, gooey cookies. If you’re in a rush, you can chill the dough for as little as 30 minutes, but the cookies may not be as thick and chewy as Levain’s.

Q: Can I make the dough in advance?
A: Yes, you can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. You can also freeze the dough balls and bake them directly from the freezer, adding a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.

These Levain Bakery-inspired chocolate chip cookies are the perfect treat for any cookie lover, with their rich, gooey centers and thick, buttery texture. Enjoy this classic recipe that captures the essence of the original while bringing it right to your kitchen!