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Gluten-Free Levain Cookies

Gluten-Free Levain Cookies
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Gluten-Free Levain Cookies are thick, warm, and gooey cookies with a perfectly crispy outside and soft, melty center. Inspired by the iconic Levain Bakery cookies, they offer the same deep chocolate and buttery flavors while being completely gluten-free. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this recipe is easy to follow, family-friendly, and customizable to suit various dietary needs and taste preferences.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups gluten-free flour blend (with xanthan gum)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)

Add-ins

  • 1 1/2 cups large dark chocolate chunks

Instructions

  1. Prepare the butter: Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until browned and fragrant, then let it cool slightly.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking soda, and sea salt to ensure even distribution.
  3. Combine sugar and eggs: In another bowl, beat the eggs with coconut sugar until creamy and well blended.
  4. Add butter to sugar mixture: Slowly pour the cooled browned butter into the sugar and egg mixture while stirring gently to form a smooth, glossy base.
  5. Incorporate dry ingredients: Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Add chocolate chunks: Fold in the large dark chocolate chunks evenly throughout the dough.
  7. Chill the dough: Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up for easier shaping and better texture.
  8. Bake your cookies: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Scoop large mounds of chilled dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving room for spreading. Bake for 12-15 minutes, then let cool slightly before enjoying.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation and fluffier dough.
  • Don’t skip chilling the dough; it firms up and improves texture.
  • Measure gluten-free flour carefully by scooping and leveling to avoid dry cookies.
  • Use large chocolate chunks to get gooey pockets of melted chocolate in every bite.
  • Line your baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mats for even baking and easy cleanup.

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