Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie with Sea Salt
A giant, warm chocolate chip cookie baked in a cast iron skillet, sprinkled with flaky sea salt for a perfect sweet-salty balance. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 40 minutes layers unsalted butter, softened, 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 350 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, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Step 2: Beat in 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1 large egg until fully combined and smooth.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/4 tsp salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
- Step 4: Fold in 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips evenly.
- Step 5: Spread the dough evenly into a 10-inch cast iron skillet, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Step 7: Immediately sprinkle 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt evenly over the warm cookie, then let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie with Sea Salt take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie 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 Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie 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 Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie with Sea Salt 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 Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie 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.
