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Levain Cookie

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๐Ÿช Experience the perfect balance of crispy edges and chewy centers in New York’s iconic bakery-style cookies
๐Ÿ™ These legendary delights deliver that authentic bakery taste with a homemade touch that brings the Big Apple right to your kitchen

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 36 cookies

Ingredients

– 200 grams pasta forms the base, providing structure and a chewy texture

– 2 tablespoons olive oil adds moisture and richness

– 1 finely chopped onion brings a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor

– 2 crushed garlic cloves infuses a pungent aroma and robust flavor

– 400 grams canned tomatoes provides acidity and moisture

– 100 grams grated cheese melts into gooey pockets

– Salt to taste enhances all the flavors

Instructions

First Step: Gather all your ingredients and tools on the counter to make things smooth this includes measuring out 200 grams of pasta and chopping 1 onion finely, so everything is ready to go!

Second Step: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, which helps prevent sticking and ensures even baking for that perfect Levain Cookie texture.

Third Step: In a large bowl, combine the 2 tablespoons of olive oil with the crushed 2 garlic cloves and finely chopped onion, stirring until they blend into a savory mix that forms the base of your cookie dough.

Fourth Step: Add in the 400 grams of canned tomatoes and mix well, letting the flavors meld for about 5 minutes this creates a moist, flavorful dough that’s key to the Levain style.

Fifth Step: Incorporate the 100 grams of grated cheese and salt to taste, stirring until the mixture is even; for vegan adaptations, swap the cheese now to keep it inclusive and tasty.

Sixth Step: Shape the dough into cookie forms on your prepared sheet, using about 1/4 cup per cookie for consistency, and bake for 10-12 minutes until they’re golden and chewy in the middle.

Seventh Step: Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack this step locks in that gooey center while allowing flavors to settle.

Eighth Step: For dietary tweaks, adjust baking time if using gluten-free options, checking at 8 minutes to avoid over-baking and ensure the best results for everyone.

Ninth Step: Once cooled, serve your Levain Cookies warm, perhaps with a side of Greek yogurt bowls for a refreshing pair, as detailed in our complementary recipe that adds a healthy twist!

Tenth Step: Store any leftovers following our later tips, but enjoy the fresh ones right away for the ultimate experience they pair wonderfully with drinks from our blog!

Last Step:

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Notes

๐Ÿช Don’t overmix the dough once flour is added to keep the cookies tender and chewy in the center
๐Ÿ™ Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and consistent results
โฐ These cookies taste even better the next day as the flavors develop and intensify

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cooling: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 11 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg