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Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

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This Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie is a warm, gooey dessert perfect for sharing. Made in a 12-inch cast iron skillet, it combines a buttery, chewy cookie dough packed with semi-sweet chocolate chips, baked to a soft and slightly under-baked center that continues to set after removing from the oven. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or let it cool to slice and enjoy a comforting classic treat.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups (248g) all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure)
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 12 Tbsp (170g) unsalted butter, melted (divided)
  • 3/4 cup (150g) packed light brown sugar (break up any clumps with fingertips)
  • 1/3 cup (70g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Other

  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare skillet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush a 12-inch cast iron skillet inside (both the bottom and halfway up the sides) with 1 tablespoon of the melted butter to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix sugars and butter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the remaining 11 tablespoons of melted butter with the packed light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt. Use a wooden spoon to stir until fully integrated and smooth.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla: Stir in the whole egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Incorporate dry ingredients: Pour in the all-purpose flour, then evenly sprinkle baking soda over the flour. Stir everything together until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Add chocolate chips: Fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the dough evenly.
  6. Transfer dough to skillet: Scoop the cookie dough into the prepared skillet and spread it into an even layer, reaching to the edges.
  7. Bake: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes. The cookie will look slightly under-baked in the center; it will continue to cook from residual heat once removed.
  8. Serve: Spoon out warm portions to serve directly from the skillet, optionally with vanilla ice cream. Alternatively, let the cookie cool at least 30 minutes in the skillet before slicing into wedges.

Notes

  • Using a cast iron skillet helps achieve a crispy edge and soft center. If unavailable, use an oven-safe skillet.
  • Do not overbake; the center should remain soft and slightly underdone to avoid a dry cookie.
  • Butter measurement is divided to grease the skillet and be incorporated into the dough.
  • Serve warm for gooey texture or cooled for easier slicing.
  • Vanilla ice cream is an excellent accompaniment but optional.

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