Description
This Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie is a delightful treat that combines rich flavors with minimal effort. With just a few simple ingredients including brown sugar and chocolate chips, it creates a gooey dessert that’s perfect for sharing or indulging alone. Enjoy this delightful cookie straight from the skillet for an unforgettable homemade experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour and 2 tablespoons
- 1½ tsp cornstarch
- 1/8 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (extra for topping)
- Flaky salt for finishing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, brown the unsalted butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.
- Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the light brown sugar and granulated sugar until combined.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth.
- Combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt in a bowl, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and add more on top if desired.
- Spread the dough evenly in the skillet.
- Bake for 20-24 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly, sprinkle with flaky salt, then serve warm.
Notes
For a more decadent flavor, use high-quality chocolate chips.
Store any leftover cookie in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
Serve with ice cream for an extra indulgent dessert.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of skillet cookie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg