Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
Sometimes, you just want a warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie without the hassle of scooping dough or washing multiple pans. This skillet cookie checks all the boxes: easy to make, loaded with melty chocolate, and perfect for sharing straight from the pan (especially with a few scoops of ice cream on top).
You’ll likely find yourself making this dessert again and again, thanks to its quick preparation, single-pan use, and crowd-pleasing appeal. Whether you’re baking for friends or simply craving something comforting after dinner, this skillet cookie is a standout choice that guarantees smiles all around!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Butter (because rich and golden edges are a must)
- Brown sugar and white sugar (the combo gives it that chewy texture)
- One egg
- Vanilla extract
- All-purpose flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt
- Semisweet chocolate chips – and dark chocolate chunks if you want to take it over the top
- Optional: vanilla ice cream for serving (but honestly, I think it should be required)
How to Make It
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8-inch cast-iron skillet.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This takes about 2–3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla, and mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Add this to the wet mixture and stir just until combined. No need to overthink it.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chunks.
- Press the dough into your skillet and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes. If you want the center to be soft and gooey, keep it on the shorter side. A few extra minutes will give you a firmer, more set cookie.
- Let it cool for about 5 minutes—just enough so you don’t burn your tongue diving in.
- Scoop some ice cream and grab a spoon.
Want More Delicious Desserts?
If you can’t get enough sweet, gooey desserts, you’ll want to bookmark a few more favorites. Try my Classic Southern Pound Cake for a timeless treat, whip up some Lazy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars when you need quick and easy, or go all-in on indulgence with Gooey Pecan Pie Brownies.
Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
Ingredients
- ½ cup nsalted butter softened
- ½ cup light brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg 50 g
- 1 tsp vanilla extract 5 ml
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda 2 g
- ¼ tsp salt 1.5 g
- ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chunks (optional)
- Vanilla ice cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch (20 cm) cast iron skillet with butter or nonstick spray.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a medium bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips and dark chocolate chunks (if using).
- Press into Skillet: Transfer the cookie dough to the prepared skillet and spread it evenly with a spatula, smoothing the top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is just set. For a gooier cookie, bake for less time; for a firmer cookie, bake slightly longer.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the cookie cool for about 5 minutes. The skillet will continue to cook the cookie slightly as it cools.
- Serve: Serve warm, directly from the skillet, with scoops of vanilla ice cream on top if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
What to Do with Leftovers
If you happen to have any leftovers, cover the skillet or place the cookie in an airtight container. It will stay delicious at room temperature for 2-3 days! And if you want a warm treat, pop a slice in the microwave for about 10 seconds, and it’ll be perfectly revived! Enjoy!
A Few Tips
- This cookie will keep baking even after you take it out of the oven, thanks to the hot skillet. So don’t worry if the center still looks slightly soft.
- If you don’t have dark chocolate chunks, use more chips – or chop up a chocolate bar.
- Add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt after baking for a little something extra.
Final Bite
I’d love to hear how it turned out! Leave a comment below, share it with your dessert-loving friends, or pin it for the next time you need a warm, gooey treat. And if you topped it with ice cream (or went wild with extras), let me know what you added—I’m always looking for new ways to take it over the top! 🍪✨
