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A close-up of a freshly baked chocolate walnut cookie on a rustic wooden plate, showing a gooey center with chunks of chocolate and walnuts, topped with a drizzle of melted chocolate and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts, set against a cozy, neutral background with soft natural lighting.

Decadent Levain Chocolate Walnut Cookies

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Chewy and decadent levain-style chocolate walnut cookies with a crispy exterior and gooey center, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 20 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chunks

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla extract, mixing well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
  6. Fold in chopped walnuts and chocolate chunks.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  9. Allow to cool on wire racks before serving.

Notes

  • For extra chewy cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Use high-quality dark chocolate for best flavor.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days for optimal freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 210 Kcal
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg