Quick Skillet Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-12 · Updated 2026-07-12

Warm and gooey peanut butter cookie with melty chocolate chips cooked in a skillet for a quick, shareable dessert ready in under 30 minutes. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 28 minutes, layers creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, large egg 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 280 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

• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 tbsp salted butter (for skillet)

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, mix 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter with 1/2 cup granulated sugar until smooth. Add 1 large egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/2 tsp baking soda, stirring until fully combined.
2. Step 2: Fold 1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips into the dough.
3. Step 3: Heat a 9-inch oven-safe skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tbsp salted butter, swirling to coat the bottom.
4. Step 4: Spread the cookie dough evenly in the skillet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until the edges are golden and the center is set but still soft.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing into wedges. Serve warm for melty chocolate goodness.