This Cast Iron Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie Recipe takes the classic oatmeal cookie and simplifies it into one easy-to-make dessert. Baked in a single pan, it boasts crisp, golden edges and a gooey, chocolate-filled center that’s perfect for sharing. With no need to scoop individual cookies or use multiple dishes, it’s a quick and convenient treat that will quickly become a family favorite. Serve it warm from the skillet for a cozy and delicious finish to any meal!
This dessert is the ultimate communal dessert. Set it on the table right from the oven, or let it cool slightly. Then, hand everyone a spoon and let them enjoy. This skillet cookie can also be cooled and cut into wedges if you prefer a more civilized way to eat the cookie.
If you like cooking in cast iron and are looking for a savory recipe, let me suggest my whole roasted chicken in cast iron recipe. It is tender, loaded with herbs and so delicious.
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Ingredients
- Regular oats- I do not recommend using quick-cooking oats as they will make your cookie too mushy.
- All-purpose flour- whole wheat pastry flour can also be used if you want to use a whole wheat flour.
- Baking soda- it only takes one teaspoon, but it matters.
- Salt- I always use kosher salt in my baking.
- Butter- what is a good cookie without it?
- Sugar- this recipe uses a blend of granulated and brown sugar.
- Egg
- Vanilla
- Chocolate chips or chunks- I used dark chocolate in mine, but semi-sweet and milk chocolate can also be used.
How to make
Mix the oats, flour, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl and set it aside. Melt the butter. Add this with the sugar in a medium-sized bowl. Mix them well. To this, add the egg and vanilla. At this point, only mix to incorporate.
Top tip: Make sure not to overmix the batter after the eggs are added. This will result in a tough cookie, and that is not what you want, trust me!
After the eggs and vanilla are mixed in, add the flour mixture and mix this in as well. Being careful not to overmix. Last in is the chocolate chips. Mix them in. Add the batter to your cast iron pan and place in the preheated oven.
This cookie will bake in 20-25 minutes, in my oven it is always 20. You do not want to overbake this, it should be slightly soft in the center. Once it is done, remove it from the oven.
It can be served warm or let it cool. While I think this is sweet enough already, you can also top it with a few scoops of ice cream prior to serving.
Caring for a cast iron pan after baking
- Cool Down: Let the pan cool completely before cleaning.
- Clean: Rinse with warm water and scrub gently to remove residue. Avoid soap.
- Dry: Dry thoroughly with a towel or on low heat to prevent rust.
- Oil: Rub a thin layer of oil over the surface to maintain seasoning.
- Store: Keep in a dry place to avoid moisture buildup.
Why bake in cast iron?
- Crispy Edges, Gooey Center: The cast iron skillet promotes the development of a crispy outer layer while keeping the center of the cookie gooey and soft.
- Retains Heat Well: Cast iron retains heat for a longer time compared to other materials. This is beneficial for keeping the skillet cookie warm after it's taken out of the oven.
- Even Heat Distribution: Cast iron has excellent heat retention and distribution properties. This means that the heat is evenly distributed across the entire surface of the skillet, resulting in a more consistent and uniform baking of the cookie. This helps to avoid hot spots and ensures that the cookie bakes evenly.
Top Tips
- Do not overbake. This cookie is just slightly under-baked and it has the best texture! If you bake it too long, it will dry out.
- Be careful not to overmix. This really doesn't take a long to mix this cookie up. I used a rubber spatula, that's how easy it is. When you overmix this cookie dough, it will be tough. So, remember only to mix until ingredients are combined.
- This is a pretty thick batter, so you will need to press it into the pan.
Other Cookie Recipes
- Raspberry Shortbread Bites
- Strawberry Sugar Cookie Bars
- Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies
- Rye Dark Chocolate Cookies
- Chocolate Chip Cookies With Pretzels and Caramel
- Mandelmusslor
- Stamped Gingerbread Cookies
Cast Iron Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- ¾ cup regular oats
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓-1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease the cast iron skillet with softened butter.
- Mix the oats, flour, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl and set it aside. Melt the butter. Add this with the sugar in a medium-sized bowl. Mix them well. To this, add the egg and vanilla. At this point, only mix to incorporate.
- Top tip: Make sure not to overmix the batter after the eggs are added. This will result in a tough cookie, and that is not what you want, trust me!
- After the eggs and vanilla are mixed in, add the flour mixture and mix this in as well. Be careful not to overmix. Last is the chocolate chips. Mix them in. Add the batter to your cast iron pan and place it in the preheated oven.
- This cookie will bake in 20-25 minutes, in my oven it is always 20. You do not want to overbake this, it should be slightly soft in the center. Once it is done, remove it from the oven.
- It can be served warm or let it cool. While I think this is sweet enough already, you can also top it with a few scoops of ice cream before serving.
Did you make this recipe? Let me know!