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Thick, soft-centered, chocolate-studded bakery-style cookie
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Chocolate levain cookie has 486 calories. It contains 58.9 g of carbs, 5.8 g of protein, 25.4 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 100 g
486
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
58.9g
· 21% DV
Protein
5.8g
· 12% DV
Fat
25.4g
· 33% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 5% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 486 kcal | |
| Total fat | 25.4 g | 33% |
| Saturated fat | 14.1 g | 71% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 320 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 58.9 g | 21% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 486 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 25 g | 122 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 50 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 292 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 486 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 680 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 729 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 875 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 200 g | 972 kcal |
Calculated from 486 calories per 100 g.
Usually, no. Despite the name, a chocolate levain cookie is not typically fermented with sourdough starter; “Levain” refers to the thick, soft-centered bakery-style cookie associated with New York’s Levain Bakery.
A chocolate levain cookie is thick, so its outside can set before heat fully firms the center. A soft middle is part of the intended texture, though the cookie should still be baked rather than eaten as raw dough.
A chocolate levain cookie is usually taller and more substantial, with a lightly crisp exterior and a soft, dense center. Many regular chocolate chip cookies spread thinner and bake to a more even texture throughout.
Warm a chocolate levain cookie briefly in a preheated oven to soften the chocolate while keeping the outside from turning soggy. A microwave also works in short bursts, but check often because the center can heat quickly.
Store a chocolate levain cookie in an airtight container at room temperature once it has cooled completely. This helps preserve its soft center; leaving it exposed to air can dry it out and make the texture stale.
Yes, you can freeze chocolate levain cookie dough in portions in an airtight freezer-safe container or bag. Bake the portions from frozen or thaw them first, adjusting the baking time as needed to get a set exterior and soft center.
A chocolate levain cookie is generally made with flour, butter, sugar, eggs, and chocolate pieces. It is a prepared bakery-style sweet, and recipes vary in their proportions and may include extra ingredients such as nuts.
Yes, chilling chocolate levain cookie dough helps it keep its shape instead of spreading too much in the oven. The firmer dough supports the cookie’s characteristic thick form and helps leave the middle soft.
No, raw chocolate levain cookie dough is not considered safe to eat because uncooked flour and eggs can carry harmful microbes. Choose dough specifically made and labeled for eating raw if you want a no-bake treat.
Serve a chocolate levain cookie with coffee, milk, or a scoop of ice cream. Its dense, chocolate-rich texture pairs well with a simple drink or a cool accompaniment rather than another very sweet dessert.
Vitamins
B2
0.29mg · 22% DV
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
Biotin
6µg · 20% DV
B3
2.1mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.28mg · 31% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.42mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
118mg · 17% DV
Sodium
320mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
245mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A chocolate levain cookie is a thick bakery-style cookie made with chocolate and levain, a fermented starter that brings a subtle tang to the dough. It is usually baked until the edges are set while the centre stays soft, with chocolate pieces scattered through each bite.
Enjoy one with coffee or tea, as an afternoon treat, or as a dessert; bakeries often serve it on its own because it is rich and substantial. Its nutritional profile is energy-dense, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrates and fat rather than protein. A 100 g portion provides 486 kcal. If you want a less-heavy pairing, have it with unsweetened coffee or tea, or share one instead of adding another dessert.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
14.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 58:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (58:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.