Creating Levain Bakery NYC Cookies isn’t just simple; it’s fun! Follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips or mix-ins of your choice to make the dough extra special.
7. Using a cookie scoop or large spoon, drop generous portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft.
9. Remove from the oven and let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

These steps will help you create cookies that are incredibly delicious and reminiscent of Levain Bakery’s masterpiece!