Massive, bakery-style cookies inspired by Levain Bakery, packed with two types of chocolate chips and a gooey, tender center wrapped in a crisp golden shell.
1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cubed
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
In a stand mixer, cream cold butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar for 3 minutes.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
Fold in chocolate chips.
Shape dough into large 6-ounce balls and chill for 30 minutes.
Place on lined baking sheet and bake for 9–11 minutes.
Let cool on pan for 10 minutes before serving.
Don’t overbake; centers should remain soft. Chilling dough is key to thickness. Can add nuts if desired.