This rich and gooey Skillet Cookie recipe takes it to the next level by baking in a cast iron skillet! Top with vanilla ice cream and your favorite toppings for the ultimate dessert.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray 4 6-inch cast iron skillets or 2 10-inch skillets with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl cream the softened 1/2 cup butter and 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add the 3/4 cup brown sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla and mix to combine ingredients. Add the 2 eggs and mix to combine.
In a separate bowl whisk or sift together the 2 1/4 cup flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until combined.
Hand stir in the 1 cup chocolate chips into mix.
Divide dough into 4 equal sections. Using wet fingers, press dough into each pan.
Bake for 9-11 minutes for 6-inch pans or 11-14 minutes for 10-inch pans, or until golden. Allow to cool for a couple minutes before serving. Cast iron skillet will be hot. Do not touch.
Top with desired toppings, like ice cream, whipped cream or more M&Ms.
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