Levain Bakery Black and White Cookies: The Ultimate Sweet Treat

These Levain Bakery Black and White Cookies are a decadent dessert that combines two classic flavors in one delicious, giant cookie. The soft, cake-like texture of the cookie is complemented perfectly by a glossy layer of dark chocolate and vanilla glaze, creating a wonderful balance of sweetness. The generous size and thickness of these cookies make them incredibly satisfying, perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth. Ideal for any occasion, these cookies are best enjoyed with a hot cup of coffee or tea, and they make for a wonderful treat to share with family and friends. If you’re looking for a slight variation, you can swap the dark chocolate for milk chocolate or try a different type of icing to suit your preferences.

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  
  

• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  
  

• 1/2 teaspoon salt
  
  

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  
  

• 1 cup granulated sugar
  
  

• 2 large eggs
  
  

• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  
  

• 1/2 cup sour cream
  
  

• 1/4 cup heavy cream
  
  

• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  
  

• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
  
  

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
  
  

• 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
  
  

• 1 tablespoon water (or more for consistency)
  
  

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  
  

• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   
   

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
   
   

3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
   
   

4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until fully incorporated.
   
   

5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. The dough will be thick.
   
   

6. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape them into large balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
   
   

7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
   
   

8. While the cookies are cooling, prepare the glazes. For the vanilla glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, corn syrup, water, and vanilla extract until smooth. For the chocolate glaze, melt the dark chocolate chips in the microwave or over a double boiler, then stir until smooth.
   
   

9. Once the cookies have cooled, spread a generous layer of vanilla glaze on one half of each cookie and dark chocolate glaze on the other half.
   
   

10. Allow the glaze to set for at least 30 minutes before serving.
    
    

Nutritional Value (per serving)

• Calories: 500 kcal
  
  

• Protein: 5g
  
  

• Fat: 26g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 65g
  
  

• Fiber: 2g
  
  

• Sugar: 50g
  
  

• Sodium: 350mg