One-Pan Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet
A warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie baked entirely in a cast-iron skillet, perfect for sharing and topped with vanilla ice cream for a timeless dessert. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 40 minutes layers unsalted butter, melted, brown sugar, packed, 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 400 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 unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- for serving, optional vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until smooth. Add 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1 large egg; whisk until combined.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, sift together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/4 tsp salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
- Step 3: Fold in 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips evenly into the dough.
- Step 4: Transfer dough to a 10-inch cast-iron skillet, spreading it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden and the center is set but still soft.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Serve warm topped with scoops of vanilla ice cream if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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-Pan 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 One-Pan 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 One-Pan Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet 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-Pan Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet?
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.
