Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie

Name: Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie with Brown Butter
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup salted butter; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup brown sugar, packed; 1 large egg; 2 tbsp milk; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/4 tsp salt; 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate bar, chopped; 1/2 cup chocolate chips; Vanilla ice cream, for serving; Whipped cream, for serving; Chocolate sauce, for serving

This chocolate chip skillet cookie features nutty brown butter for depth and richness, baked until gooey and perfect for serving warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

🌍American 🏷️Skillet cookie 🏷️Chocolate chip cookie 🏷️Dessert 🏷️Brown butter Cast iron

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Total

35 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$28–$46

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 cup salted butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
2 tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
4 oz semi-sweet chocolate bar, chopped
1/2 cup chocolate chips
Vanilla ice cream, for servingoptional
Whipped cream, for servingoptional
Chocolate sauce, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
In a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat, melt the salted butter. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter foams and turns a golden brown color with a nutty aroma.
2
Once the butter is browned, immediately pour it into a large mixing bowl and let it cool for a few minutes.
3
Add the granulated sugar and packed brown sugar to the cooled brown butter.
4
Using a hand mixer, beat the butter and sugars together until combined.
5
Add the egg, milk, and vanilla extract to the bowl.
6
Mix again with the hand mixer until the wet ingredients are fully incorporated.
7
Add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the bowl.
8
Mix on low speed until the dry ingredients are just combined. Do not overmix.
9
Add the chopped chocolate bar and chocolate chips to the dough.
10
Using a spatula, fold the chocolate into the dough until evenly distributed.
11
Transfer the cookie dough back into the same cast iron skillet used to brown the butter.
12
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the skillet.
13
Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
14
Let the skillet cookie cool slightly before serving. Top with scoops of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, and a drizzle of chocolate sauce, if desired.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Brown the butter completely and let it cool to room temperature before mixing to prevent cooking the egg.
Don't overbake—pull the skillet from the oven when the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly for maximum gooeyness.
Preheat your cast iron skillet in the oven so it's hot when you pour in the batter for better browning on the bottom.
Use a mix of granulated and brown sugar as written; brown sugar adds moisture and chewiness essential to this style.

Substitutions

All-purpose flour → bread flour (1:1, adds chewiness)
Salted butter → unsalted butter (add 1/4 tsp salt to dough)
Whole egg → 2 tbsp applesauce + 1 tbsp cornstarch (egg-free, slightly less gooey)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled skillet cookie covered at room temperature up to 2 days; reheat in a 300°F oven for 5-10 minutes or microwave individual portions.

Equipment

cast iron skillet (10-12 inch)

Common Questions

What size skillet do I need?

A 10-12 inch cast iron skillet works best for even baking and ideal thickness.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, prepare the dough up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate, then bake when ready to serve.

How do I brown the butter?

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until it turns golden and smells nutty, about 5-7 minutes. Cool before mixing into dough.