Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie Recipe

A freshly baked brown butter skillet cookie with golden edges and melted chocolate chips in a cast iron skillet.

4.64 from 19 votes

Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie Recipe

A freshly baked, ooey, gooey Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie with warm chocolate in the center is the perfect indulgence. Pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate treat.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings: slices

Calories: 589kcal

Author: Andrea

Equipment

Stand Mixer

Ingredients

12 tbsp unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks), divided
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar packed
1 egg
1 egg yolk
2 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup bittersweet chocolate chunks

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
In a small saucepan set over medium heat, add 8 tablespoons of butter. Heat until the butter foams, then begins to brown and become speckled (about 3–5 minutes). Remove from the heat and pour into a medium-sized mixing bowl along with the remaining butter. Stir until all of the butter has melted. Add the sugars, egg, egg yolk, and vanilla. Beat the mixture for 30 seconds, then let it rest for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, stir in the dry ingredients. Fold in the chocolate chips and chocolate chunks, then press into a 10–12-inch cast iron skillet, creating an even layer.
Place in the oven and bake until the center is set, about 20–25 minutes. The cookie will continue to bake slightly as it cools. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

-I prefer Ghirardelli or Scharffen Berger chocolate for their high-quality chips, bars, and chunks.

STORE any leftover Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. To FREEZE, wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and store them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

REHEAT in the microwave for 15–20 seconds to bring back the warm, gooey texture. If reheating from frozen, let it thaw slightly before microwaving or warm it in the oven at 300 degrees Fahrenheit (150 degrees Celsius) for 5–7 minutes.

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