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Levain NYC Style Dark Choc Choc Chip" cookies (Vegan) Ep.2

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Levain Style Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cultural Context

Originating from Levain Bakery in New York City, these cookies are known for their thick, gooey centers and crispy edges. They have become a beloved treat not just in NYC but across the country, often enjoyed as a special dessert or snack. The combination of rich dark chocolate and crunchy walnuts creates a delightful contrast that has inspired many home bakers to replicate this iconic recipe.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup cold vegan butter
1/4 + 2 tbsp organic brown sugar
1/4 cup cane sugar
3 tbsp aquafaba
splash of vanilla extract
3/4 cup All-purpose unbleached flour
1/2 cup cake flour
1/4 cup dark cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon of additional cornstarch
heaping 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda
heaping 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup dairy free chocolate chunks

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil reduces saturated fat and adds a subtle flavor.

dark chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chunks

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate chips

Semi-sweet chips are easier to find and less expensive.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are nut-free and lower in cost.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Cake flour can yield a lighter texture.

1

Add cold butter and sugar to mixing bowl and beat for about 4 minutes until light yellow and creamy.

2

Next add the chickpea juice and beat for about 2 minutes until nice and fluffy.

3

Fold in dry ingredients.

4

Mix until just combined, folding in the dry ingredients to keep them fluffy.

5

Fold in chocolate chunks/chips.

6

Stick dough in the fridge for 2-3 hours.

7

Weigh out 170g of dough per cookie, shaping them to the size of a small baseball.

8

Put the cookies back in the fridge for 30 more minutes.

9

Bake in preheated oven at 400°F for 13-15 minutes.

10

Cool and then enjoy!

Cooking Techniques

creamingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowloven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegandairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

milkeggstree-nutswheat

Also Known As

Levain CookiesNew York Cookies

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