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A giant chocolate chip skillet cookie baked inside a black cast iron pan, with a wedge sliced out to reveal a soft, chewy interior.

Best Cast Iron Skillet Cookie

A massive, gooey chocolate chip cookie baked to golden-brown perfection in a cast iron skillet. Crispy edges, soft center!
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg + 1 extra egg yolk
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • 10-inch cast iron skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk and rubber spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 10-inch cast iron skillet with butter or oil.
  2. Whisk melted butter, brown sugar, and white sugar in a bowl until smooth. Add egg, egg yolk, and vanilla; whisk until glossy.
  3. Fold in flour, baking soda, and salt just until a soft dough forms.
  4. Stir in the chocolate chips.
  5. Press the cookie dough evenly into the prepared cast iron skillet.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden and set, but the center is still slightly soft.
  7. Let cool for 10 minutes, slice into wedges, and serve warm.

Notes

Ice Cream Pairing: Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience.