Indulgent Cookie Skillet Extravaganza
Experience pure bliss with this warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie baked in a skillet. This easy-to-follow recipe uses simple ingredients to create a decadent cookie that's perfectly chewy in the center and crisp at the edges. Topped with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, this dessert is perfect for sharing (or not!) and brings the classic chocolate chip cookie to a whole new level.
ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup applesauce (as an egg substitute)
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2.
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- 3.
In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 4.
Stir in the applesauce until well incorporated.
- 5.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 6.
Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- 7.
Grease a 10-inch cast-iron skillet or oven-safe pan. Scoop the cookie dough into the skillet, spreading it out evenly.
- 8.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown, and the center is set.
- 9.
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Top with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream and enjoy!
