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Easy Gooey Skillet Cookie for One

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A quick and comforting single-serving skillet cookie with a gooey center and crispy edges, perfect for solo indulgence or last-minute desserts.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
  • ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (about 37 grams)
  • a pinch of baking soda
  • a pinch of salt
  • 3 tablespoons chocolate chips or chunks (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt the butter gently in the microwave or on the stovetop until just melted, about 30 seconds. Let it cool slightly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 1 tablespoon granulated sugar with the melted butter. Stir until smooth.
  4. Add ½ teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 egg yolk. Stir vigorously until thick and creamy, about 30 seconds.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, a pinch of baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just incorporated, forming a thick dough.
  7. Fold in 3 tablespoons chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough, reserving a few to sprinkle on top if desired.
  8. Lightly grease a 6-inch cast-iron skillet or oven-safe pan with butter or non-stick spray. Spread the dough evenly in the pan and smooth the top.
  9. Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top if saved.
  10. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden and firm but the center looks slightly underbaked.
  11. Let cool for 3-5 minutes before serving warm.

Notes

Do not overbake; the center should remain slightly underbaked for gooeyness. Use egg yolk only for a tender texture. Cast iron skillet provides best crispy edges. For dairy-free, substitute coconut oil for butter and dairy-free chocolate chips. Dough can be refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking.

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