Imagine sinking your fork into a giant, gooey chocolate chip cookie that's crispy on the edges and molten in the center - a dessert that's part cookie, part cake, and 100% irresistible! Our Deep Dish Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that will transform your ordinary dessert experience into an extraordinary culinary adventure. Whether you're hosting a family gathering or looking to impress your friends, this skillet cookie promises to be the star of the show, delivering warm, chocolatey comfort in every single bite.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your skillet cookie will bake evenly and thoroughly.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the two large eggs and the teaspoon of vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Continue to beat until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This step helps to evenly distribute the baking soda and salt throughout the flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookie tough.
- Fold in the 2 cups of chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring that they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Grease a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or an oven-safe skillet with a little butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Spread the cookie dough evenly in the prepared skillet, smoothing the top with a spatula. Make sure to leave a little space at the edges, as the cookie will spread while baking.
- Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set but still slightly soft. The cookie will continue to firm up as it cools.
- Once baked, remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes before slicing. This will help the cookie set further and make it easier to cut.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra indulgent treat. Enjoy your delicious deep dish chocolate chip skillet cookie!
Tips
- Use room temperature butter and eggs for the smoothest, most consistent dough texture.
- Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cookie tender.
- For extra richness, try using a mix of semi-sweet and dark chocolate chips.
- Allow the skillet cookie to cool slightly before serving to help it set and make cutting easier.
- For a professional touch, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
- If you don't have a cast-iron skillet, a similar-sized oven-safe pan will work just fine.
- Check the cookie around 25 minutes to prevent over-baking - you want a slightly soft center.
- Store leftovers (if there are any!) in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 622kcal
Carbohydrates: 106g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 98mg
