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If you love warm, gooey chocolate chip cookies, then this chocolate chip skillet cookie is about to become your new favorite dessert! Baked in a cast-iron skillet, this giant cookie has crispy golden edges, a soft and chewy center, and pools of melty chocolate in every bite. It’s the perfect combination of a classic chocolate chip cookie and a warm, comforting dessert—and the best part? It’s oh so ridiculously easy to make!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

The Ultimate Sharing Dessert – This giant, gooey cookie is perfect for digging in with spoons straight from the skillet or slicing into wedges for a fun, shareable treat.
One-Pan & Easy to Make – No need for multiple baking sheets—just mix, press the dough into the skillet, and bake. Less mess, more deliciousness!
Customizable with Mix-Ins & Toppings – Add nuts, caramel, peanut butter, or a sprinkle of sea salt to make it your own (I’ll share more ideas for this further down this post so you can try out your own variations!)
Great for Any Occasion – Whether it’s a cozy night in, a dinner party, or a weekend treat, this skillet cookie is always a hit.
Tastes Like a Warm Bakery Cookie – With buttery dough, melty chocolate, and a soft center, this homemade version rivals any restaurant cookie skillet dessert.

Ingredients

Unsalted butter
Light brown sugar
Granulated sugar
Egg
Vanilla extract
All-purpose flour
Baking soda
Salt
Semi-sweet chocolate chips
Dark chocolate chunks (optional)
Vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)

Step-by-Step Guide for Making Your Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie

Just want to grab your printable recipe card and head to the kitchen? No worries! You’ll find that at the bottom of this post. Feel free to print it out, and add your own notes throughout the process (I always do this and I find it super helpful for when I next make the recipe – I’ll often add notes on the specific equipment I used in my own kitchen, for example, or any tweaks I’d like to try next time). In this section, I’m going to go through the steps and share some process snaps in case you prefer to follow along visually…

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch (20 cm) cast iron skillet with butter or nonstick spray.
Cream Butter and Sugars: In a medium bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and dark chocolate chunks (if using).

Press into Skillet: Transfer the cookie dough to the prepared skillet and spread it evenly with a spatula, smoothing the top.

Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is just set. For a gooier cookie, bake for less time; for a firmer cookie, bake slightly longer.
Cool Slightly: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the cookie cool for about 5 minutes. The skillet will continue to cook the cookie slightly as it cools.
Serve: Serve warm, directly from the skillet, with scoops of vanilla ice cream on top if desired!

Serving Suggestions & Ideas

Classic & Warm – Serve straight from the skillet while it’s warm for that gooey, melty chocolate experience.
Topped with Ice Cream – A scoop of vanilla, salted caramel, or chocolate ice cream melts beautifully over the warm cookie.
Drizzled with Sauce – Add a drizzle of chocolate sauce, caramel, or peanut butter for extra indulgence.
With Whipped Cream – A dollop of homemade whipped cream adds a light and airy contrast to the rich cookie.
Sprinkled with Sea Salt – A pinch of flaky sea salt enhances the chocolate and balances the sweetness.
With a Glass of Milk – A classic pairing—serve slices with cold milk or a warm latte for a comforting treat!
Dipped in Coffee – The perfect excuse for an afternoon coffee break—dip a bite into a cup of espresso or cappuccino.
Topped with Nuts – Sprinkle chopped pecans, walnuts, or almonds over the top before baking for added crunch.
Turned into a Sundae – Break it into pieces and layer with ice cream, hot fudge, and whipped cream for a skillet cookie sundae.
Cut into Wedges – Let it cool slightly and slice into pizza-style wedges for easy serving at parties.
Paired with Fresh Berries – Serve with strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries for a refreshing fruity contrast.
With a Dusting of Powdered Sugar – A light dusting of powdered sugar or cocoa powder adds a pretty finishing touch.
Reheated & Enjoyed Later – Warm leftover slices in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to bring back that fresh-from-the-oven texture!

Variations

Salted Caramel Skillet Cookie – Drizzle caramel sauce over the top before serving, or mix caramel bits into the dough for gooey caramel pockets.
Peanut Butter Swirl – Swirl creamy peanut butter into the batter before baking for a sweet and salty flavor.
Nutty Crunch – Add chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds to the dough for extra texture.
S’mores Skillet Cookie – Top with mini marshmallows, crushed graham crackers, and extra chocolate chunks for a campfire-inspired treat.
Cookies & Cream – Stir in crushed Oreo cookies for a fun cookies-and-cream version.
Espresso Chocolate Chip – Add 1-2 teaspoons of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor and add a subtle coffee kick.
Toffee Crunch – Fold in crushed toffee bits or chopped Heath bars for a caramelized crunch.
Mint Chocolate Chip – Stir in chopped Andes mints or a few drops of peppermint extract for a refreshing twist.
Chocolate Raspberry – Add freeze-dried or fresh raspberries to the dough for a sweet and tart contrast.