Half-Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet

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A warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie baked just half the usual time for a soft and chewy center, perfect for sharing. This desserts ready in about 25 minutes layers unsalted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Desserts cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 6-inch cast-iron skillet with butter.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, cream 6 tbsp softened unsalted butter with 1/2 cup packed brown sugar and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Beat in 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1 large egg until fully incorporated.
  4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 tsp baking soda, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined, then fold in 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  6. Step 6: Spread the dough evenly in the prepared skillet and bake for 10 minutes, half the usual baking time, until the edges are set but the center remains soft and slightly undercooked.
  7. Step 7: Let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm for a gooey texture.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Half-Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Half-Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Half-Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Half-Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet?

Desserts desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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