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Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie

Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie

A warm, gooey Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie baked right in the pan for the perfect quick dessert. With crisp edges, a soft center, and melty pools of chocolate, this giant cookie comes together in minutes and is ideal for sharing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 8 tbsp unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 tsp baking soda
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt Diamond Crystal
Mix-ins
  • 1 cup chopped semi-sweet chocolate
  • 1 cup walnut halves or pieces can substitute pecans or hazelnuts

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy and slightly fluffy—about 1 minute. Add the egg and vanilla and mix until combined.
  2. Sprinkle the flour, baking soda, and salt over the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined. Fold in the chopped chocolate and walnuts.
  3. Press the dough into a 12-inch oven-safe skillet, spreading it evenly. Bake for 20–22 minutes, until edges are golden and the center is slightly soft. Let cool 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Swap walnuts for pecans, hazelnuts, or omit entirely. Slightly underbake for a gooier center. If using a smaller skillet, reduce heat by 10–15 degrees and bake longer.