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Golden-brown chocolate walnut cookies with cracked tops, scattered walnuts visible, glossy chocolate chunks peeking through, arranged on a rustic wooden platter with a sprinkle of sea salt and fresh walnut halves, styled with a light dusting of powdered sugar and soft natural lighting highlighting their rich textures.

Decadent Levain Chocolate Walnut Cookies

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A rich and chewy chocolate walnut cookie, combining gooey chocolate chunks with crunchy walnuts, baked to perfection for an indulgent treat.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chunks

Instructions

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

Notes

  • You can substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for variety.
  • If you prefer softer cookies, bake for a shorter time.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 30g)
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg