Easy Brown Butter Cookie Skillet (Chocolate Chip Recipe)
Indulge in the warmth of the Easy Brown Butter Cookie Skillet, where rich, nutty brown butter meets gooey chocolate chips for a dessert that feels like a cozy hug. This one-bowl recipe is perfect for gatherings or quiet nights in, bringing a delightful twist to traditional cookies. With minimal cleanup and the option to enjoy it warm with ice cream or cold for breakfast, this skillet cookie is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Brown the Butter: Melt unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently until golden brown and nutty (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Mix Sugars: Whisk in brown and granulated sugars until combined. Stir in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture while stirring gently until just combined.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in chocolate chips evenly and transfer the dough into a greased cast-iron skillet.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden brown and center is soft.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving warm, optionally topped with ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg