Warm Chocolate Bar Brownie Skillet with Sea Salt
Decadent fudgy brownie baked in a cast iron skillet topped with melted dark chocolate chunks and sprinkled with flaky sea salt. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 43 minutes layers unsalted butter, semi-sweet chocolate chips, 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 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 unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate bar, chopped
- 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter with 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until smooth and glossy.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 cup brown sugar into the melted chocolate mixture until combined.
- Step 3: Whisk in 2 large eggs, one at a time, followed by 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
- Step 4: In a separate bowl, sift together 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Step 5: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Step 6: Pour batter into a greased 8-inch cast iron skillet, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Step 7: Sprinkle 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate bar evenly over the batter.
- Step 8: Bake for 25-28 minutes until the edges are set but the center is still slightly gooey.
- Step 9: Immediately sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt over the warm brownie and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Warm Chocolate Bar Brownie Skillet with Sea Salt take to make?
Total time is about 43 minutes (15 min prep + 28 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 Warm Chocolate Bar Brownie 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 Warm Chocolate Bar Brownie 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 Warm Chocolate Bar Brownie Skillet 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 Warm Chocolate Bar Brownie 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.
