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Best Easy No-Mixer Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie

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This no-mixer chocolate chip skillet cookie is quick, easy, and made with simple ingredients. Baked in a cast iron skillet, it delivers crispy edges and a soft, gooey center—perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ¾ cup (130g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet in the oven to preheat.
  2. Melt ½ cup butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals. Let cool for 2 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and brown sugar until combined.
  4. Pour cooled melted butter into the sugar mixture and whisk until smooth and glossy (about 1 minute).
  5. Add egg and vanilla extract, whisk vigorously for about 45 seconds until thick and pale.
  6. In a separate small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  7. Add flour mixture to wet ingredients and fold gently with a rubber spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Fold in ¾ cup chocolate chips, reserving a handful to press on top.
  9. Carefully remove hot skillet from oven. Add 1 tablespoon butter and swirl to coat bottom and sides.
  10. Scoop dough into the hot skillet and press into an even layer. Press reserved chocolate chips on top.
  11. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until edges are golden brown and center is puffy and slightly underdone.
  12. Let cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before serving.

Notes

Preheating the skillet is key for a crispy bottom. Let melted butter cool before adding egg to avoid cooking it. Underbake slightly as the cookie continues to cook in the hot skillet. For best results, use a kitchen scale to measure flour.

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