Cinnamon–Chocolate Chunk Skillet Cookie

A giant, warm and gooey skillet cookie combining the rich flavors of cinnamon, espresso, and chunks of high-quality milk chocolate. This impressive dessert is baked in a cast-iron skillet for perfectly crispy edges and a soft center.

12 servings
38 min

Ingredients

  • cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar
  • 8 ounces milk chocolate
  • 1 piece cast-iron skillet

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat oven to 375°F. Whisk flour, cinnamon, baking powder, espresso powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Lightly beat eggs and vanilla in a small bowl.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, 3-4 minutes. Add egg mixture and beat, occasionally scraping down sides of bowl, until mixture is pale and fluffy, 3-4 minutes. Reduce mixer speed to low and gradually add dry ingredients, beating until just incorporated. Fold in chocolate with a spatula.

    8 min

  3. 3.

    Press dough evenly into 12" skillet. Bake cookie until golden brown around the edges and center is still soft, 20-25 minutes. Let cookie cool in skillet before slicing.

    25 min

  4. 4.

    Cookie can be made 3 days ahead; cover and store at room temperature.