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Levain NYC Style Chocolate Chip Cookies (Vegan) Ep.1

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Levain NYC Style Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cultural Context

Originating from Levain Bakery in New York City, these cookies are famed for their thick, gooey centers and crispy edges. They have become a beloved treat for locals and visitors alike, symbolizing the city's vibrant dessert culture. Modern variations include different types of chocolate and nuts, making them a versatile favorite worldwide.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup cold vegan butter
1/4 cup+2 tbsp organic brown sugar
1/4 cup organic cane sugar
3 tbsp aquafaba
1 splash vanilla extract
1 cup +1/3 +2 tbsp unbleached plain flour
1.5 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/4-1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp sea salt
1 cup dairy free chocolate chips
a handful of walnuts roughly crushed

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a healthier fat option.

semi-sweet chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: milk chocolate chips

Dark chocolate has less sugar and more antioxidants.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pecans are a healthier nut alternative.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Blend with stand or hand mixer butter and sugar for 3 minutes.

2

Add aquafaba and vanilla, mix until incorporated.

3

Add dry ingredients, do not over mix, just mix until combined using a spatula.

4

Bake straight away (you can chill for 20-30 minutes, but it doesn't make that big of a difference).

5

Makes 4 cookies, 5 if you want them a little smaller.

6

Bake at 415°F for 11 minutes for 5 cookies (ooey gooey inside) or 12-13 minutes for firmer cookies.

7

For 4 cookies, bake for 12-13 minutes.

8

Let cool completely for 10-15 minutes before enjoying.

Cooking Techniques

creamingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

stand mixerspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegan

Allergens

milkeggstree-nutswheat

Also Known As

Levain Bakery CookiesNew York Chocolate Chip Cookies

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