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Chocolate Chip Caramel Skillet Cookie Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This decadent Chocolate Chip Caramel Skillet Cookie is a delightful treat featuring a soft and chewy cookie baked right in a skillet, layered with rich salted caramel sauce and bittersweet chocolate chunks. Served warm with vanilla ice cream, it’s the perfect dessert to share or savor solo in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Mix-Ins and Toppings

  • 5 ounces bittersweet chocolate (roughly chopped)
  • 1 cup salted caramel sauce
  • Vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Skillet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch skillet pan thoroughly with butter to ensure the cookie won’t stick.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch. Stir these together well and set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, add the melted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar. Using a handheld electric mixer, beat the mixture for about 2 minutes until it becomes creamy.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the large egg and vanilla extract into the creamed sugar mixture. Beat well until fully combined and smooth.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a thick cookie dough forms.
  6. Fold in Chocolate: Stir in most of the chopped bittersweet chocolate, leaving a small handful reserved for topping the cookie after baking. Mix until the chocolate is evenly distributed.
  7. Form Bottom Layer: Press half of the cookie dough into the bottom of the prepared skillet, using your hands to spread it evenly and firmly.
  8. Add Caramel Layer: Evenly spread approximately 3/4 of the salted caramel sauce over the cookie dough base in the skillet.
  9. Top Layer of Dough: Form the remaining cookie dough into a size roughly matching the skillet, then use your fingers to spread and press it gently over the caramel layer, covering the caramel evenly.
  10. Bake the Cookie: Place the skillet in the center of the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges of the cookie turn golden brown and the center is set.
  11. Add Reserved Chocolate: Remove the skillet from the oven and scatter the reserved chopped chocolate on top while the cookie is still warm, allowing it to melt slightly.
  12. Serve: Serve the skillet cookie warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream and drizzled with the remaining caramel sauce for extra indulgence.

Notes

  • Using a 9-inch skillet ensures even baking and the perfect cookie thickness.
  • Melted butter helps achieve a chewy, rich texture in the cookie.
  • If you don’t have salted caramel sauce, you can substitute with a soft caramel or dulce de leche, but adding a pinch of salt is recommended.
  • For a crispier cookie edge, bake closer to 25 minutes; for a softer center, aim for 20 minutes.
  • Let the cookie cool slightly before serving to avoid burning your mouth, but it’s best enjoyed warm.
  • This dessert can be easily doubled for larger skillets or sharing.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/chocolate-chip-caramel-skillet-cookie-recipe/