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A close-up of a freshly baked chocolate walnut cookie showcasing a golden-brown crust, chunks of melty chocolate, and chopped walnuts on top, perfectly styled on a rustic white plate with a crumbly texture visible, complemented by a blurred background of baking ingredients and a wooden table surface.

Decadent Levain Chocolate Walnut Cookie

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A classic chocolate walnut cookie recipe with a rich, moist center and crispy edges, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

  • 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
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup chocolate chunks or chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla until fluffy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until combined.
  5. Fold in chopped walnuts and chocolate chunks.
  6. Drop spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing evenly.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  8. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Notes

  • Chill dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
  • Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor.
  • Store 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
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg