Levain Bakery Rocky Road Cookies

Levain Bakery's Rocky Road Cookies are a decadent fusion of chocolate, marshmallows, and cashews, delivering a chewy, gooey, and utterly satisfying experience. This homemade version captures the essence of the original, featuring a thick, soft center surrounded by a slightly crisp edge. Perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a delightful twist on the classic cookie.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes

• 1 cup brown sugar

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 cup cake flour

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

• ¾ teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1¾ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 2 cups mini marshmallows

• ¾ cup cashews, roughly chopped

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 410°F (210°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cold butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and creamy, about 4 minutes.

3. Add eggs and vanilla: Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until well combined.

4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, cake flour, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.

5. Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

6. Fold in mix-ins: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, and chopped cashews, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.

7. Form cookie dough balls: Scoop the dough into 5 to 6-ounce portions and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.

8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 9–10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.

9. Cool: Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 10–15 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Note: Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used.

• Calories: Approximately 500 kcal

• Protein: 6g

• Carbohydrates: 60g

• Fat: 28g

• Sodium: 150mg