Get ready to transform your dessert game with the most decadent, mouth-watering treat that will make your taste buds dance and your family beg for seconds! This Chocolate Fudge Skillet Cookie isn't just a dessert - it's an experience that combines the crispy edges of a perfect cookie with the gooey, rich center of a molten chocolate dream. Imagine pulling a sizzling cast-iron skillet out of the oven, filled with a massive, chocolate-packed cookie that's crisp on the outside and irresistibly soft on the inside - this recipe is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place a 12-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven while preheating to warm it up.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts. Grease the skillet lightly with butter or cooking spray.
- Transfer the cookie dough into the hot skillet, spreading it evenly to the edges with a spatula. Sprinkle chocolate chips over the top of the dough.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes. The edges should look set, but the center should still be slightly soft.
- Remove from oven and let cool in the skillet for 10-15 minutes. The cookie will continue to set as it cools.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Cut into wedges directly in the skillet.
Tips
- Make sure your butter is softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Use a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet for the best heat distribution and crispy edges.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to a tough, dense cookie.
- For extra richness, use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
- Let the cookie cool slightly in the skillet to allow it to set properly.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.
- If you don't have a cast-iron skillet, a similarly sized oven-safe pan will work, but the results may vary slightly.
- Store any leftovers (if there are any!) in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 85mg
