Name: Brown Butter Skillet Cookie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 large egg room temperature; 1 tsp pure vanilla extract; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/4 tsp sea salt; 3/4 cup chocolate chips or chunks; flaky salt and ice cream for serving, optional

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Overview

Prep15 min

Cook20 min

Total35 min

Servings6

DifficultyEasy

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Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup granulated sugar1 large eggroom temperature1 tsp pure vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 tsp baking soda1/4 tsp sea salt3/4 cup chocolate chips or chunks flaky salt and ice creamfor serving, optional

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Equipment

10-inch oven-safe skillet
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Spatula
Oven mitts

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Method

01

Brown the butter

In a 10-inch oven-safe skillet over medium heat, melt butter and cook, swirling, until deep golden and nutty, 4 to 6 minutes. Pour into a bowl and cool 5 minutes. Wipe the skillet lightly if needed.

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Mix the dough

Whisk brown sugar and granulated sugar into the warm browned butter. Whisk in egg and vanilla. Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined, then fold in chocolate. Press dough evenly back into the skillet.

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Bake and share

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 16 to 20 minutes until edges are set and center is still soft. Cool 10 minutes, finish with flaky salt, and scoop warm with ice cream.

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Tips

NoteAurora prefers the garnish. I prefer the last bite.

NoteMake it once, then make it yours with tiny swaps.

NoteLeftovers are friends if you store them kindly.

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Nutrition

Caloriesvaries

NoteApproximate; depends on servings and toppings

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Storage

RefrigeratorStore covered and reheat gently when needed.

Best freshFlavor and texture are happiest the day you make it.

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Frequently asked

Can I change it a little?+

Yes — keep the heart of the method and swap toppings or veggies as you like.

How do I store leftovers?+

Cool, cover, and refrigerate. Reheat gently when needed.

Is this hard?+

No — easy steps, soft kitchen energy.

Brown Butter Skillet Cookie

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment