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Gluten-Free Levain Cookies

Gluten-Free Levain Cookies
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Gluten-Free Levain Cookies combine the iconic bakery-style thick, gooey, and crunchy texture with a rich caramel flavor using allergy-friendly gluten-free ingredients. Perfect for those avoiding gluten or anyone craving a decadent, soft-centered cookie with a crisp exterior.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Gluten-Free Flour Blend (a mix containing rice flour, potato starch, tapioca flour, and xanthan gum)
  • 1 cup unsalted Butter, softened
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar, packed
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1.5 cups Chocolate Chips (dark or semi-sweet)
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Start by creaming the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract thoroughly. Slowly add the gluten-free flour blend, baking soda, and salt to form a smooth dough base.
  2. Fold in the Chocolate Chips: Gently mix in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed without overworking the dough to maintain perfect texture.
  3. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Chilling hydrates the flour and melds flavors, essential for the thick, gooey center.
  4. Portion and Shape: Use a large ice cream scoop or spoon to create thick, generous cookie mounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them well for spreading.
  5. Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but the center is slightly undercooked, preserving a chewy, soft core.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes to firm up before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or store as preferred.

Notes

  • Use a high-quality gluten-free flour blend that includes xanthan gum for best structure and texture.
  • Chill the dough before baking to develop flavor and achieve bakery-style thick cookies.
  • Measure ingredients precisely using a kitchen scale for best gluten-free baking results.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth and even dough.
  • Slightly underbake cookies to retain the signature gooey center.

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Keywords: gluten-free, Levain, cookie, dessert, chocolate chip, bakery-style, chewy, soft center

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