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Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie Recipe

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  • Author: Lora
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie is a warm, gooey dessert perfect for sharing. Baked in a cast iron skillet, it features a soft buttery cookie base studded with semi-sweet and dark chocolate chips. Served straight from the skillet, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream, it's an indulgent treat ideal for cozy gatherings or a delightful finish to any meal.

Ingredients

Cookie Dough

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chunks (optional)

For Serving

  • Vanilla ice cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare skillet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch (20 cm) cast iron skillet with butter or nonstick spray to ensure the cookie doesn't stick during baking.
  2. Cream butter and sugars: In a medium bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined. This process takes about 2-3 minutes and helps create a tender texture.
  3. Add egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar mixture until fully incorporated, ensuring a smooth batter.
  4. Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning throughout the dough.
  5. Combine wet and dry mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookie tender.
  6. Fold in chocolate: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and dark chocolate chunks if using. This adds rich, melty pockets of chocolate throughout the cookie.
  7. Transfer to skillet: Transfer the cookie dough to the prepared skillet, spreading it evenly with a spatula and smoothing the top for an even bake.
  8. Bake the cookie: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. Check for a golden-brown edge and a just set center. For a gooier texture, reduce baking time slightly; for a firmer cookie, bake a bit longer.
  9. Cool slightly: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the cookie cool for about 5 minutes. The residual heat will continue to cook the cookie slightly while it rests.
  10. Serve warm: Serve the skillet cookie warm, directly from the skillet. Optionally top with scoops of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent experience. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Do not overmix the dough to ensure a tender, soft cookie.
  • Adjust baking time slightly for desired gooeyness or firmness.
  • Cast iron skillet helps achieve even heat and a crisp edge, but an oven-safe pan can be used as a substitute.
  • Vanilla ice cream topping is optional but adds a delicious contrast of hot and cold.
  • Letting the cookie rest after baking allows carryover cooking to finish the center perfectly.

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