Nothing quite beats the comforting indulgence of a warm, gooey Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie. It’s like your favorite chocolate chip cookie, but better, it’s baked in a skillet, giving it crispy edges, a soft center, and a melting pool of chocolate chips in every bite. Perfect for sharing (or not), this dessert is a simple yet show-stopping way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
The beauty of a skillet cookie lies in its versatility. With just a handful of ingredients like butter, sugar, flour, and plenty of chocolate chips, it comes together quickly and effortlessly. The skillet ensures that the cookie cooks evenly, giving you that golden-brown, slightly crunchy edge while keeping the middle soft and chewy, just the way a cookie should be.
One of the best things about this cookie is how customizable it is. Add a pinch of sea salt on top for a sweet and salty contrast, or fold in some chopped nuts for extra crunch. You can even serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top, letting it melt into the cookie for a decadent treat.
Baking it in a skillet also means it’s easy to serve right from the pan, making it a perfect dessert for casual gatherings or a cozy night in. The aroma of freshly baked chocolate chip cookie fills the room, setting the stage for an indulgent, feel-good dessert experience.
Whether you’re feeding a crowd or treating yourself to something special, a Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie is sure to hit the spot. It’s simple, delicious, and guaranteed to make any occasion feel a little sweeter. So, grab your skillet and enjoy the ultimate chocolate chip cookie experience, warm, gooey, and completely irresistible.
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 190g
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick or 115g) , melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100g)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar (100g)
- 1 egg large
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (175g)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, mix together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and stir until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Transfer the cookie dough to a cast iron skillet and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Allow the cookie to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Enjoy your delicious chocolate chip skillet cookie!
Nutrition
Why would you bake a cookie in a skillet? Seems weird to me.
I think it’s actually pretty cool! Skillet cookies have that chewy texture that regular cookies don’t. Give it a try! 😊
My kids had a blast helping me make this cookie. They loved the chocolate chips!
I always thought skillets were for frying, not baking! Kind of skeptical about this recipe, but I gave it a try. Not bad, but could use more sugar!
My grandma made cookies like these but without chips. I think this recipe’s missing something – maybe some oatmeal? 🤷♂️
Fabulous recipe! Made it for my kids and they loved it! We added nuts too, it was crunchy and amazing! Definitely doing this again. 🍪
Not bad! But I think adding nuts would make it even better. Maybe next time I’ll do that.
First time baking and it turned out surprisingly good! Thanks for the easy steps.
Is this skillet cookie just a big cookie? I don’t get it. Looks fun tho.
I messed it up. I put too much salt thinking it was sugar! Don’t make that mistake, LMAO.
Wow, that sounds like a disaster! But you know, too much salt can balance things out sometimes. Maybe it’s a new recipe? 😂
Haha, that’s a classic mix-up! At least you can laugh about it. I hope the next one turns out better!
I don’t get why everyone loves sweet things so much. This was too sweet for me. 😒
The chocolate chips were too much for me. Maybe cut them in half next time? 🤷♂️
Eh. Mine didn’t come out like the picture. How can a cookie not bake right? I’m confused.
I feel like using brown sugar only would taste better. Just my opinion!
So good!!! The chocolate melts in your mouth. My kids loved it, they want me to make it every week!
Too much sugar if u ask me. But still yummy! Maybe I will put less next time and do it again.
I was skeptical at first about using a skillet, but wow, this turned out amazing! Gonna make it again for sure.
I’m not a great cook but this recipe was easy to follow. Thanks!
I don’t understand how people think this is a real cookie. It was just a big mush in a pan, tastes ok tho I guess.
Followed the recipe step by step, and it turned out perfect! Easy peasy! ✨
Delicious! Just like a big chocolate chip cookie! 😋 But I think it’s too sweet for my taste – maybe I’ll cut the sugar next time.
This is just like the cookies my grandma made! Brings back memories. ❤️
I tried making this but it turned out too soft. Maybe I overmixed? 🤔
Yeah, overmixing can definitely make it softer! Try mixing just until combined next time. It’ll be better!
I followed the directions exactly, but it turned out too crumbly. What went wrong? I used whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose.
Whole wheat flour can absorb more moisture than all-purpose, which might be why your cookie came out crumbly. Maybe try adding a bit more butter or an extra egg next time!
This was a total disaster! I mixed the flour with sugar, not paying attention. It was a soggy mess.
Yum! I made this for a family gathering and everyone loved it. Will definitely make again! 🍪❤️
It’s alright but honestly, i expected more. Maybe I shoulda used a different kind of flour? 🤔
I think using a different flour could totally change the texture! Did you try adding a bit of almond flour? 🤷♂️
I made this but it burned on the edges and was raw in the middle. What did I do wrong??
Really quick and easy. Perfect for a last-minute dessert!
Yummy!
Absolutely love this recipe! It’s super easy and so delicious. My family devoured it in minutes!
10/10 would bake again. So gooey and chocolatey, I couldn’t stop eating it, haha!
I don’t have a skillet, can I use a regular pan? 🤷♀️
Just made this and wow! The chocolate chips melted perfectly! It was fun to share, but I ate half by myself. 😋
I love that you enjoyed it! It sounds so gooey and delicious! Can’t believe you ate half though, that’s impressive 😄.
I think using a skillet is kinda weird? Cookies should be on a pan right? Anyway, it tasted alright, but just unusual. 🤷♂️
I get what you mean! Skillets do seem odd for cookies, but they turn out so gooey and delicious! 😍 Give it another try!
Yum! But I think I added too many choc chips. Can you even have too many choc chips?!
cookie in skillet? kinda weird lol but it actually turned out tasty! way too sweet tho for my taste.
Yum! My kids loved it! Easy recipe, only took 30 mins and they gobbled it up. Thanks for sharing!
This was AMAZING! The cookie was so soft and chewy. Everyone loved it!
So glad you loved it! Skillet cookies are the best! 🍪
Choco chips in a skillet? Weird but I tried it and it works! A fun twist on normal cookies. Very chewy!
That sounds amazing! I’ve never thought of making cookies in a skillet. Can’t wait to try it!
Yum! Just took it out of the oven and it smells amazing! Can’t wait to dig in.
This recipe is a game changer! So easy and delicious! 🍪
Wow, this is probably the easiest cookie recipe I’ve tried. Even my kids loved it! Thank you for sharing!
Easiest? You sure? My cookies always burn! What am I doin wrong? 🤔
So glad to hear that! These cookies are a hit for sure! 😍
This is the best cookie recipe ever! So easy and delicious! 😍
Cookie was too sweet for me. I might cut down on the sugar next time.
This skillet cookie is everything! So gooey and delicious! My friends loved it! 10/10 would make again.
I made this for my kids and they went crazy over it! Definitely a winner!
Isn’t a skillet supposed to be for cooking things like eggs or steak? I guess this is something new?
Why do you use brown sugar? White sugar is better. Just a personal preference!
This recipe is a total flop. I think it needs more brown sugar or something. Mine didn’t rise at all.
I had the same issue! Maybe try adding an extra egg next time. That might help it rise better!
Idk, I think it’s fine as is. Mine turned out great, maybe you just mixed it too much?
I don’t know why this went wrong for me. The dough was way too sticky and wouldn’t spread out, it was a mess. 😩
Yum! I added nuts and it made it even better! Will make again for sure!
This is impossible! How can anyone make this without ruining it. I’m never trying to bake again. 👎
This was sooooo good! I can’t believe how easy it was to make. My whole family devoured it in just minutes! ❤️
Okay, but why not use oats? Skillet cookies are better with oatmeal! Just saying.
Wait, is it supposed to be gooey all the way through? Mine felt raw inside, ughhh.
The cookie didn’t set in the middle even after 30 mins. I will try it again but bake it longer.
30 mins is way too long! I think it might be the oven. Mine was perfect in 25 minutes. Maybe check your oven temp?
I had the same issue! It took mine a lot longer to set too. Maybe the oven temp was off or something? Good luck with your next attempt!
I’m not a baker but it came out ok. I used margarine instead of butter… will that mess things up?
YUM!!! I love chocolate chips! Will make again for sure!
I tried this and it was ok. I think I messed up some measurements though. Flour is tricky!
Flour can be tricky! Maybe try measuring by weight next time. That usually helps with baking.
Ok is better than bad! Just practice makes perfect. Keep it up!
Tasted great, but I think the amount of butter is too much for my health. 😅
Just made it! The kids loved it! 🍪❤️
That’s awesome! Glad your kids enjoyed it! 🍪✨ What did you serve it with?
I dunno if kids are supposed to eat so much sugar tho… be careful!
Honestly, I think it should have more baking time. Mine was raw in the middle even tho I followed the time… Disappointed.
Y’all this recipe is fire. Super quick to make and the chocolate chips just melt in your mouth. Yum! 🔥
Not bad but my oven is weird… It burned on one side.
Simple and tasty. I made it for my friends and they devoured it in minutes. Will make again!
YUM! 💖 So easy and perfect for sharing. Everyone loved it!
I totally agree! It’s super easy and a big hit at parties! 🍪
It was good, but I think it could use more chocolate chips. Just saying.
I don’t understand why you need so much sugar! It’s too sweet for my taste.
I tried this but it came out too doughy in the middle. What did I do wrong?
This is the best skillet cookie ever! Super gooey and chocolatey! 😍
I totally agree! This recipe is SO good. I made it last night and my family devoured it! 😋
This cookie is AMAZING! It came out so gooey and delicious. Will definitely make it again! 🍪❤️
This is the BEST cookie recipe I’ve ever tried! So gooey and delicious. 😍
Cookie?????
This skillet cookie is a game changer! Super gooey and delicious. My kids devoured it! 😍
I hate to be that guy but why do you have to melt butter? Can’t I just use it cold? Seems like an extra step.
Melting the butter helps it blend better with the sugars, trust me it makes a difference! 😊
Not too bad, but I was expecting more chocolate flavor. I’ll add more chocolate chips next time.
I followed the recipe but ended up with a mushy mess. Maybe I did something wrong? Not sure about this one. 😕
I followed the recipe but my cookie came out hard as a rock. What did I do wrong? 🤔
I don’t know, it didn’t turn out like I expected. The center was a bit too raw for my taste. Might have missed something?
This cookie was amazing! So gooey and chocolatey. Definitely making it again!
Skillet cookie? Never heard of this before! But I’m gonna try it. Sounds fun!
Too complicated for me. I ended up burning it. 😔
I didn’t have a cast iron skillet, so I used a glass pan. It still turned out great, but a little crunchier. Good recipe!
Glad it turned out good! Glass pans can work too, but they might change the way it cooks. Don’t worry, it’s all about having fun in the kitchen!
I don’t understand why you would bake it in a skillet? Seems like a waste of time. Cookies are fine on a tray.
It was okay, but I think it needed more chocolate chips. Like 2 cups instead of one would be better.
Totally agree! More chocolate chips is always the way to go. Cookies should be loaded with chocolate!
Why do you have to use a skillet? Can’t I just use a baking pan? Seems weird.
Yummy!! Made it for my kids and they ate it all in one go! Definitely a keeper!
I dunno, mine came out kinda flat and tasted weird. Maybe too much butter? Not my favorite.
Simple ingredients but tastes like heaven! 😋
Easy peasy to whip up! My kids helped and they had a blast! Just watch the time, I left it in too long. Crispy edges! 😂
This is the best cookie recipe I’ve ever tried! So gooey and delicious! 😍
This skillet cookie was AMAZING! So gooey and chocolaty. I couldn’t stop eating it.
This cookie is absolutely delicious! I can’t believe how easy it was to make. I followed the recipe exactly and everyone loved it. 5 stars!
So glad to hear you liked it! It’s one of my favorites too. 🍪
Yall, if you mess this up, you gotta try harder! Just toss it in and bake! Its not rocket science.
But what if I burned it? I dont trust my oven! Is it really that simple?
Right?! I couldn’t believe how easy it was. Just follow the steps and you’re golden! Anyone can do it!
Easy recipe! My kids loved helping with it. We’ve made it twice already!
not really a cookie guy but this was decent. just don’t get why people freak out over cookies. 😑
I get what you mean! Cookies just seem overrated to me too. But this one is still a nice treat to have occasionally. 😁
My kids loved this! But can you use margarine instead of butter? That’s what we had. Still turned out good! 😊
I don’t get why it says to mix the dry and wet ingredients separately. Is that really important? I just dumped it all together and it was fine. 🤷♂️
I dunno man, I thought it was undercooked. Seemed mushy in the middle. 🤔
Baking is hard 😩. Didn’t rise much but still taste good. Gotta practice more.
It was okay, but I think it needed more chocolate chips or something. Kinda dry.
Soo easy and so good! I think I will try it in a round pan next time. Got any tips? 10/10!
I followed the recipe but it didn’t turn out as expected. Maybe my oven is weird? 🤷♂️
So easy to make! Perfect for a date night. My bf loved it! ❤️🍪
Sounds delicious! I’m gonna try this for my next date night too! 😍
Yum! Sooo good! Chocolate chips are my fav! Can you put nuts in it too?
Delicious! But I added walnuts ’cause I like nuts in my cookies. 😋
I love walnuts in cookies too! Adds a nice crunch! Great idea! 🤤
My kids devoured it! Got chocolate all over them, haha. Will make again!
Haha, sounds like a fun time! Chocolatey messes are the best kind of messes! Glad your kids loved it!
I don’t know about making that again. Seems too messy for me. Just imagine the cleanup! Is it really worth it?
Tried making this and it came out pretty dry. I might have overbaked it a bit. Next time, I’ll watch it closer. But still tasted alright. 3/5.
I don’t get why this is so hyped. It’s just a big cookie. I’ve had better.
I tried it and it turned out super flat. Not sure what I did wrong. Will stick to normal cookies.
Is this supposed to be a cookie? More like a cake! But it was still tasty.
Wanted to make this but no cast iron skillet. Can I use a glass dish? Anyone?
You can use a glass dish, but it might not get the same crispy edges like a cast iron skillet would. Just keep an eye on it!
That baking time is legit. 22 minutes in my oven and it set nicely without drying out. The vanilla + browned edges are everything.
Ok but why is it called a cookie if it’s like a cake slice? Mine kinda collapsed when I cut it… still yummy I guess.
Mine cooked unevenly—edges were super dark but the middle was a bit underdone. I think my skillet was too hot going in. Next time I’ll bake a couple minutes less and tent with foil if needed.
That sounds exactly like the skillet was scorching the outside before the center could catch up. I’ve had that happen too—usually lowering the temp helps a lot more than you’d think.
This was AMAZING. Like, I ate half the skillet while it was still warm (don’t judge). Next time I’m using dark chocolate chips.
Honestly, skillet cookies always look fancy but this one’s pretty easy. I made it for guests and they asked where I bought it. I was like, nope, I baked it 😅
I tried something similar and mine came out a bit too gooey in the middle… Did you bake the full 25 minutes or start checking early? Also do you use a very hot skillet or just bake it as-is?
That’s the BEST kind of compliment 😂 “Where’d you buy it?” makes my day. Skillet cookies always look restaurant-level, but this recipe seems super doable—nice job!
Not gonna lie, skillet cookies always feel a bit gimmicky to me. But this one actually works—caramel-y and gooey.
Hmm, I’m skeptical. I made a skillet cookie once and it was basically just cake in a pan. Do you really bake it the full 20–25 mins or should the center still be jiggly?
I get what you mean about “skillet cookies” being a gimmick sometimes, but yeah—caramel-y + gooey is exactly the vibe this has. Melted butter and that mix of sugars really do it.
This is good but way too sweet for me personally. Also, I used dark brown sugar and the color was darker than the photos, so I panicked for a minute 😅
Made this last night—so good. The skillet part is genius and the edges came out perfectly golden. I baked mine closer to 22 minutes and the center was just set. Definitely repeating.
Made this in my cast iron and it came out insanely good. The edges were perfectly golden and the center was still chewy. I might add a tiny pinch more salt next time, but wow.
I overmixed like the recipe warned not to (oops). It got a little tough. Still edible, but I wish I’d followed the “just combined” step more carefully.
I liked the flavor, but mine spread more than I expected and the middle got a little too soft. I think my skillet was thinner? Still tasted good though!
Mine did that once 😅 I thought I messed up the recipe but it was my skillet and I also pulled it a touch late. I’d bake it more like 18-20 min and let it sit after, the middle firms up as it cools.
That sounds exactly like a pan/thickness or temp issue. If your skillet was thinner, it’ll heat faster and melt the edges sooner—so the center stays too soft. Next time, try lowering the oven just a bit (like 10–15°F) or using a thicker cast iron, and also don’t spread it super thin in step 7.
Solid recipe. I was nervous about overmixing but just mixed until combined and it came out great. Next time I’ll chill the dough a bit for extra thickness.
Idk why people bake skillet cookies. You can just bake normal cookies lol. Mine stuck a bit to the pan even though I greased it.
350°F is fine, but 20 minutes wasn’t enough in my oven—edges weren’t golden yet. I’d recommend checking earlier and adding time by 3-5 minute intervals.
Made this in my cast iron and wow—edges were perfect and the center was still chewy. The melted butter flavor really shines.
Turned out a little too buttery for my taste—like, I could’ve used 10–15% less butter. Still tasty though, and the texture was soft.
The directions are super clear. I like that it’s basically a one-bowl situation. Mine took closer to 27 minutes for the center to set.
Followed it exactly and it came out dry for me. Could be my oven, but the center never really got that ‘set’ look.
I was skeptical about baking time, but 22 minutes was spot on in my oven. The dough smelled amazing and the chocolate distribution was great.
Nice! I was also worried about the time, but mine turned out great at 22 minutes too. That melted butter + chocolate chip combo is dangerous 😄
Very good! I let it cool longer and slicing was way easier. Also, vanilla smell is legit.
Yes!! Letting it cool longer makes a huge difference—mine used to crumble when I cut it too soon. Glad the vanilla came through too. 😄
I tried this but I overmixed a little… still tasted good tho. I also feel like 20-25 mins is too long in my oven, maybe I’m doing something wrong. But good recipe!
The measurements are confusing. “1 and 1/2 cups” and “190g” is okay, but I’m old school so I weigh everything anyway. Turned out fine—just don’t eyeball it.
Totally agree—tablespoon/cup stuff plus grams always throws me off too. I like that it turned out fine, but “don’t eyeball it” is the real takeaway 😂
I’m with you on weighing, but sometimes I’m lazy. I did use the cups only once and it was still decent. Maybe the recipe is forgiving?
Still, good call on not eyeballing.
I forgot to cool it before slicing and oops, it kinda smeared. But once it cooled, it held together and the chocolate was melty and rich. Lesson learned.
I don’t have a cast iron skillet so I used a pie dish. It was okay but the crusty edges were missing. Next time I’ll just commit and buy the skillet lol.
Made this in my cast iron and it turned out AMAZING—chewy center, crispy edges, and the chocolate distribution was perfect. Followed the bake time pretty closely.
Not sure about the measurements… 1/2 cup butter melted = 115g, yeah? Mine felt a little greasy, maybe I over-melted? Still tasty though.
Love the simplicity. The dough comes together fast and the flavor is spot on. I added a pinch of cinnamon just because, and it was a nice twist.
Totally agree—this one’s super straightforward and that butter/sugar balance really shines. Also love the cinnamon idea; I’ve never tried it with this skillet, but a pinch could definitely add some warmth. Did you notice it changed the flavor much or mostly just made it “rounder”?
Could’ve used more salt? I know it says 1/2 tsp, but my chocolate chips were semi-sweet and it tasted kinda flat to me. Might also be my butter was unsalted but not fresh.
This turned out dangerously good. The cast iron gave it this perfect crispy edge + gooey center thing. I used slightly less chips and still would make again!
Yes!! That crispy edge + gooey middle combo is exactly what cast iron does. Glad you nailed the texture—also love that you tweaked the chips and it still worked.
I think 1 cup chocolate chips is too much—mine was like a chocolate bomb 😂 Still delicious, but super thick.
Pretty solid recipe. Mine spread a little more than expected, maybe because my butter was too hot when I mixed it. Still delicious though, especially with the chocolate chips.
I’m not usually a “cookie in a pan” person, but this was easy and tasted like a real bakery cookie. Only tweak: I added a pinch of cinnamon and it was even better.
Just tried it. I didn’t have light brown sugar so I used dark—still tasted great. Next time I’ll follow the ratio exactly though.
Glad it still worked out! Dark brown sugar can add a deeper molasses flavor, so that makes sense. Totally agree—following the exact ratio helps nail the texture, especially in a skillet cookie.
350°F is the right temp I guess. Mine browned too fast on the top though, maybe my skillet runs hot. I’d lower to 340 next time.
Why does it say 20-25 minutes—mine was raw in the center at 25. I ended up baking like 32 minutes and it finally set. Could be my oven, but heads up.
I overmixed a little (oops) but it still came out tasty. Texture was slightly tougher than I expected, but the chocolate chips were a win.
I don’t have a cast iron skillet—can I use a regular pie dish? Also does it still taste the same?
Yep—you can use a regular pie dish. Just note it won’t brown quite the same as cast iron; cast iron holds heat better so you usually get deeper caramelized edges. Try baking it in the pie dish and start checking around 18–22 minutes. If it’s looking too dark on the sides, loosely tent with foil.
5 stars for the idea, but my oven runs hot so I had to adjust. Also, I don’t have cast iron so I used a pie dish and it worked, just less crispy.
Not gonna lie, the instructions are super straightforward but my “center set” never happened at 20 minutes. I baked closer to 28 and then it finally held together.
Not bad, but I found it a bit too sweet for me. Next time I’ll reduce the brown sugar slightly. Texture was soft, just wanted less sugar.
Too sweet for me. Like, way too sweet. Otherwise the recipe’s fine.