Half-Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet with Sea Salt
A warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie baked halfway to a soft, gooey center, sprinkled with flaky sea salt for a perfect sweet-salty balance. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 22 minutes layers unsalted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, packed 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 320 calories and feeds 6, 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.
Ingredients
- 6 tbsp, softened unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, cream together 6 tbsp softened unsalted butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Step 2: Beat in 1 large egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/4 tsp salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until just combined.
- Step 4: Fold in 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough. Transfer dough to a 9-inch oven-safe skillet, pressing to form an even layer.
- Step 5: Bake for 12 minutes until the edges are set but the center is still soft and slightly underbaked. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt over the top. Allow to cool 5 minutes before serving warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet with Sea Salt take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 with Sea Salt?
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 with Sea Salt?
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 with Sea Salt for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 with Sea Salt?
American 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.
