Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie Recipe (2024)

By Laura

Posted Feb 12, 2020, Updated Jan 04, 2024

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The best Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie recipe is easy to make in 20 minutes! This ooey gooey skillet cookie (Pizookie) is better than any restaurant version, best served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream & drizzle of chocolate sauce!

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This is, hands down,the best Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie recipe you will ever try. It’s adapted from our famous chocolate chip cookie recipe, and I dare say it iseven better than the original, due to it’s ooey gooey texture.

This warm & melty skillet cookie is completely irresistible. It’s like eating warm cookie dough topped with vanilla ice cream & drizzled with chocolate sauce, and it’s significantly more delicious than any restaurant version you’ve ever had!

Plus it’s easy to make & comes together in 20 minutes flat! Which means there’s no need to go to your local BJ’s to get a Pizookie when you can enjoy the dessert nirvana that is my version of the skillet cookie.

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Skillet Cookie Recipe: Ingredients

Before we dive in and I show you how to make a cast iron skillet cookie at home, let’s chat about the ingredients in this pizookie recipe!

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  • Salted Butter. unsalted butter, coconut oil and ghee are all good substitutes.
  • Granulated Sugar. use white sugar or organic cane sugar.
  • Light Brown sugar.dark brown sugar works well, it just imparts a stronger molasses taste.
  • All-purpose Flour. Use all-purpose gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • ChocolateChips.You can use chocolate chunks, chopped chocolate, or chocolate chips. It doesn’t matter what you use, as long as you use 1 cup. Let your imagination run wild and add some chopped candy (peanut butter cups, M&Ms, etc.) or flavored chocolate bars.
  • Milk.heavy cream or half and half are good substitutes. Or use coconut milk.
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How to Make a Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie

This Pizookie recipe is easy to make, but as always, we will walk through the process step-by-step to ensure your success! Don’t forget to watch the video too!

The first step in making this skillet chocolate chip cookie is to cream together the butter and sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy. You can do this in a standing mixer or in a large bowl with a hand-held mixer. Both work equally well.

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Next, add the vanilla extract & egg and beat again until the mixture is hom*ogenous (uniform throughout).

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Next, add the dry ingredients on top of the wet ingredients. Stir them together gently then beat until everything is combined and there are no lumps.

Then, add the chocolate chips (or mix-ins of choice) and stir by hand until the chocolate chips are evenly distributed throughout the skillet cookie batter.

A note about the batter:

As you can see below, the batter for this cast iron skillet cookie is soft and wet. It is not supposed to be soupy, but itis supposed to be easy to spread and sticky.

If you find your batter doesn’t have the consistency below, add more milk 1/2 TBS at a time, until it reaches the desired consistency.

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Next, spread the pizookie batter into the prepared cast iron skillet. Due to the sticky nature of the dough, I recommend using a greased spatula or greased hands to spread it evenly in the dish.

Sprinkle chocolate chips on top (optional)

If desired, add a few extra chocolate chips on top of the evenly-spread out dough. I like to do this for both looks and extra chocolate (of course).

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Bake the Skillet Cookie

Next, bake the cast iron skillet cookie for 15 minutes, or until the sides are just browning/set and the middle is still slightly jiggly.

Please do not over-bake. Remember the skillet cookie will continue to bake after it is removed from the oven.

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Serve

Let the skillet cookie cool for 5-10 minutes before you serve it! When I make it for our family I like to skip the plates, add some homemade vanilla ice cream or the best chocolate ice cream, a drizzle of chocolate sauce give everyone a spoon and let them all dig in.

However, when serving guests I cut it into pieces and scoop it into individual bowls.I also love serving it with a dollop of homemade whipped cream.

Store/Freeze

Let the pizookie cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days, or in the freezer for up to two months. If freezing for a while you might want to individually wrap portions in plastic wrap to keep them fresh.

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Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie Recipe FAQs

Can I double this recipe?

Yes, you can double it and bake it in two different skillets to serve more guests.

Can I halve the recipe?

If you want a smaller serving you absolutely can halve the recipe and bake it in a small cast iron skillet!

Why is my skillet cookie dry.

The only way this recipe could turn out dry is if it’s over baked. Be very careful to remove it as soon as the edges look set and the top is just barely browned. Since it’s baked in a cast iron skillet it will continue to cook after it has been removed from the oven.

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Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie (Pizookie Recipe)

Laura

The best Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie recipe is easy to make in 20 minutes! This ooey gooey skillet cookie (Pizookie) is better than any restaurant version, best served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream & drizzle of chocolate sauce!

5 from 28 votes

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 10 Servings

Calories 318

Prep Time5 minutes minutes

Cook Time15 minutes minutes

Total Time20 minutes minutes

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

  • Lightly grease a 10” cast iron skillet. Set aside.

  • Cream together butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar in the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a large mixing bowl with a hand-held mixer.

  • Add egg, milk and vanilla and beat until combined.

  • Add flour, sea salt, baking soda and baking powder. Beat, starting on low speed and increasing to high as the dry ingredients get incorporated. Beat until a slightly sticky dough forms.

  • Add chocolate chips and stir in by hand.

  • Pour batter into the prepared cast iron skillet.

  • Use a greased spatula to evenly spread out the cookie dough in the skillet.

  • Sprinkle a handful of extra chocolate chips on top (if desired).

  • Bake for 15 minutes, or until the sides are just browning/set and the middle is still slightly jiggly. Please do not over-bake. Remember the skillet cookie will continue to bake after it is removed from the oven.

  • Let cool 5-10 minutes.

  • Serve warm with ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce!

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Notes

Pizookie Ingredients & Substitutions

  • Salted Butter. unsalted butter, coconut oil and ghee are all good substitutes.
  • Granulated Sugar. use white sugar or organic cane sugar.
  • Light Brown sugar.dark brown sugar works well, it just imparts a stronger molasses taste.
  • All-purpose Flour. Use all-purpose gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • ChocolateChips.You can use chocolate chunks, chopped chocolate, or chocolate chips. It doesn’t matter what you use, as long as you use 1 cup. Let your imagination run wild and add some chopped candy (peanut butter cups, M&Ms, etc.) or flavored chocolate bars.
  • Milk.heavy cream or half and half are good substitutes. Or use coconut milk.

Store/Freeze

Let the pizookie cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days, or in the freezer for up to two months. If freezing for a while you might want to individually wrap portions in plastic wrap to keep them fresh.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 318kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 217mg | Potassium: 51mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 348IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Did you enjoy this recipe? Have a question? Leave a comment below!

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Note: Pizookie® is a registered trademark of BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. This blog is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or otherwise associated with BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. in any way.

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FAQs

What is the crumbl skillet cookie? ›

New obsession: Skillet Cookie 😍 A warm and gooey semi-sweet chocolate chip cookie. topped with a scoop of vanilla bean mousse and a. drizzle of semi-sweet chocolate.

What makes cookies fluffy and not flat? ›

Room temperature butter is just the right consistency to incorporate air when it's creamed with sugar. These trapped air pockets result in risen, fluffy cookies. If the butter is any warmer, it won't incorporate enough air and your cookies will have less rise.

Can you pan fry cookie dough? ›

Start with a cool pan (preferably one with a lid), and grease with butter or baking spray. Place 2-3 scoops of cookie dough in the pan and pat down slightly with a spoon. Cover the pan. Cook over medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Why are Crumbl cookies so special? ›

The company's unique flavors and constantly changing menu may contribute to its success, since it's created a set of reviewers who anxiously await for the new menu to debut so they can try them. Crumbl has something of a cult following. Its signature pink boxes flow with the chain's Instagrammable aesthetic.

Should I use baking soda or baking powder in cookies? ›

Baking soda is typically used for chewy cookies, while baking powder is generally used for light and airy cookies. Since baking powder is comprised of a number of ingredients (baking soda, cream of tartar, cornstarch, etc.), using it instead of pure baking soda will affect the taste of your cookies.

What is the secret to thick cookies? ›

A low proportion of sugar relative to flour reduces spread, keeping the cookies thick. A high proportion of mix-ins helps thicken the dough. Blending chocolate chip styles creates a more dynamic flavor. Overnight refrigeration hydrates the flour, again helping the cookies stay thick.

What happens if too much butter is in cookies? ›

Too much butter makes cookies turn out just as you'd expect: very buttery. This batch of cookies was cakey in the middle, but also airy throughout, with crispy edges. They were yellow and slightly puffy in the middle, and brown and super thin around the perimeter.

Is it better to bake cookies at high or low temp? ›

Baking at 325° also results in an evenly baked cookie, but the slower cooking will help yield a chewier cookie. The outsides will be a little softer, too. If you love slightly underdone cookies, 375° is for you. You'll get the crisp edges while maintaining a doughy, fudgy inside.

What does an underbaked cookie look like? ›

Colour: Raw or undercooked cookies tend to have a pale appearance, lacking that golden or slightly browned hue that indicates they're fully baked. Watch for cookies that still have a doughy or unbaked look. Texture: Touch the surface of the cookies gently.

How high should the oven be for cookies? ›

Cookie temperatures fluctuate, with some recipes as low as 300 degrees Fahrenheit, and a few as high as 425 degrees Fahrenheit, but most recipes land on 375 or 350 to evenly bake the entirety of the cookie.

Should I grease my pan before baking cookies? ›

If you grease the cookie sheet when the recipe calls for an ungreased sheet, your cookies could spread too much (we're looking at you, chocolate chip cookies) and turn out thin or flat.

Should you press cookie dough before baking? ›

If the dough is chilled before baking then the cookies will be slightly more rounded, so if you want slightly flatter cookies then bake them as soon as you have mixed up the dough. But we would not recommend flattening the cookies completely as this will affect the texture.

How long do you leave cookies on the pan after baking? ›

Remove cookies from the baking sheet as soon as they set. Most recipes tell you to leave them on for three to five minutes after taking them out of the oven. That time on the cookie sheet is still baking time because the sheet is hot.

What is Crumbl Cowboy cookie? ›

A warm oatmeal cookie filled with tasty semi-sweet. chips, sweetened shredded coconut, and crunchy. toasted pecans. Tag a cowboy below so they know we made a cookie.

Does Crumbl under cook their cookies? ›

Our cookies are meant to be crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside but not undercooked. If your cookies seem undercooked, please contact Customer Assist using the chat bubble 💬 at crumblcookies.com/contact. We want to make a report with your feedback!

How many calories in a skillet cookie? ›

Nutrition Facts
Calories 1180(4937 kJ)
Total Carbohydrate176 g59%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars104 g
Protein15 g
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