Description
A delicious caramel chocolate chip skillet cookie that’s warm, gooey, and perfect for sharing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil for vegan)
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg (or 1 flax egg for vegan)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup caramel pieces or ¼ cup caramel sauce
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease your skillet with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking and ensure a perfect crust.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar with a mixer until light and fluffy, creating a tender and moist texture for your cookie.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract thoroughly until you have a smooth, homogeneous batter for consistent flavor and texture.
- Gradually add the flour, baking soda, and salt, folding them in gently until just combined to keep the dough tender and avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the caramel pieces or drizzle caramel sauce into the dough. If using chocolate chips or nuts, mix those in now for extra indulgence and texture.
- Press the dough evenly into your prepared skillet and bake for 18-22 minutes, until edges turn golden brown but the center remains glossy and slightly soft to the touch.
- Let the cookie cool for 5-10 minutes to allow the caramel to settle while still warm and gooey. Serve directly from the skillet for a rustic, shareable experience.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute the egg with a flax egg and use coconut oil instead of butter.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate and nuts for a personalized touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg