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A close-up of freshly baked chocolate walnut cookies arranged on a rustic wooden platter. The cookies are golden brown with cracked tops, showcasing chunks of rich dark chocolate and walnuts. The background features a soft-focus setting with a glass of milk and a few scattered walnuts and chocolate chips, emphasizing a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Decadent Levain Chocolate Walnut Cookies

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A delicious recipe for soft, chewy Levain-style chocolate walnut cookies featuring a perfect balance of rich chocolate and crunchy walnuts.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 16 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
  6. Fold in chopped chocolate and walnuts.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • Chill dough for 30 minutes for thicker, chewier cookies.
  • Use high-quality dark chocolate for best flavor.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 40 grams)
  • Calories: 210 Kcal
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 55mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg