One-Hour Chocolate Skillet Brownie with Oreo Topping
A rich, fudgy chocolate brownie baked in a skillet and topped with crushed Oreos for an indulgent dessert ready in just one hour. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 50 minutes layers (113g), melted unsalted butter, (200g) granulated sugar, (100g), packed brown 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 410 calories and feeds 8, 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
- 1/2 cup (113g), melted unsalted butter
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g), packed brown sugar
- 2 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (90g) semisweet chocolate chips
- 12 cookies, roughly crushed Oreo cookies
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup packed brown sugar until smooth. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then stir in 2 tsp vanilla extract.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, sift together 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1/4 tsp salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips. Pour the batter into a greased 10-inch cast-iron skillet, spreading evenly.
- Step 4: Sprinkle 12 roughly crushed Oreo cookies evenly over the batter. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and cool for 15 minutes before slicing directly in the skillet. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Hour Chocolate Skillet Brownie with Oreo Topping take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 One-Hour Chocolate Skillet Brownie with Oreo Topping?
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 One-Hour Chocolate Skillet Brownie with Oreo Topping?
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 One-Hour Chocolate Skillet Brownie with Oreo Topping for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). 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 One-Hour Chocolate Skillet Brownie with Oreo Topping?
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.
