Skillet Brookie Recipe- the Ultimate Skillet Dessert

No one can resist the combination of a warm brownie and chocolate chip cookie. This Skillet Brookie Recipe is a rich, chocolatey brownie, mixed with the classic flavor of a chocolate chip cookie all baked in a cast iron pan. Whether you are in the mood for something sweet and chocolatey or need a treat to feed a crowd, this skillet dessert always hits the spot.

Skillet Brookie Cookie Recipe

One of my favorite skillet cookie recipse is this Salted Caramel Skillet Cookie, it has a rich, chocolate cookie flavor that can really only be beat by this Skillet Brookie Bars Recipe.

Baking a skillet cookie in a cast iron skillet adds the most delicious, crisp outer crust, making the perfect cookie texture.

Brookies are such a good dessert, that everyone will be asking the recipe for. This brookie cookie recipe is an easy recipe to throw together in just a few minutes, then let the oven do the rest of the work.

Serve this with with a scoop of your favorite ice cream, some warm caramel and hot fudge for the ultimate dessert!

Why You’ll Love This Brookie Skillet Cookie Recipe

• Buttery Flavor: the delicious combination of rich brownie and buttery chocolate chip cookie.
• Skillet Cookie Perfection: amazing cookie flavor with a browned, crunchy edge on all sides.
• Easy to Make: mix up the brownie and cookie doughs, then spread them all into the skillet, no scooping out individual cookies, they both bake together at the same time.

Recommended Equipment

• 12 inch cast iron skillet– this is the cast iron skillet I use daily in my kitchen. It is very affordable, great quality, and will last a long time.
• Mixing Bowls– it’s nice to have a few different sized mixing bowl around for combining the different ingredients.
• Measuring Cups– if you are in the market for new ones, these are great. I love the magnetic ones.
• Electric Mixer-makes mixing cookie dough so quick and easy.

Why I Recommend Baking Brookie Cookie in Cast Iron

Cast iron skillets are so easy to bake cookies in, I feel like there is a little fear of the unknown when using cast iron. But no need to fear, it’s really so easy, and skillet desserts are just the best.

Cast iron makes the best cakes and giant skillet cookies while also giving a touch of rustic charm.

Cast iron skillets are for more than just making a perfect steak. They are great for making all kinds of simple cast iron desserts like this skillet brookie, or even this peanut butter skillet cookie.

Cast iron is known for its even heat distribution, helping to make the perfect crunchy outer crust all over the outside of the cookie.

Additionally, the beautiful non-stick surface means the cookie will easily be released from the pan and makes cleanup a breeze. That might be the best part! If you need a how to clean cast iron refresher, check out my cast iron care post.

Brookie Recipe Ingredients

• Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips– these are the star of both the brownie and the cookie part of this brookie.
• Butter-unsalted butter was used in the recipe in both the brownie and the cookie
• Cocoa-adds a rich, chocolate flavor to the brownie
• Eggs-a staple in any baking recipe and hopefully the prices will come down soon!
• Sugar– white sugar for both the brownie and the cookie
• Flour-all purpose flour
• Salt-helps round out the sweetness in this rich dessert
• Vanilla-pure vanilla is best and will add the most flavor
• Brown Sugar-adds more sweetness and a richer flavor to the cookie portion of this skillet dessert.

How to Make Skillet Brookies From Scratch

Make the Brownie Batter

• melt the butter in the cast iron skillet over low heat. Add in the chocolate chips and stir until they are melted.

• add in the eggs (make sure the chocolate isn’t too hot), sugar, and vanilla. Whisk together until combined.
• add the flour, cocoa, and salt to the butter, sugar mixture and mix until combined together.

Make the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

• start by creaming together the softened butter, sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla with an electric mixer until combined.
• to the same bowl add in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Continue to mix by hand or with an electric mixer until a soft dough is formed.
• mix in the chocolate chips, making sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl to incorporate all of the ingredients.

Scoop the Dough Into The Cast Iron Skillet

• scoop 2 tablespoon sized cookie dough balls on top of the brownie batter. I like to do this just randomly, placing some close together or just by themselves.
• use a spatula, knife, or spoon to spread out the cookie dough. Add as much, or as little of the cookie dough as you would like.

Bake the Skillet Brookie

• bake the skillet brookie cookie in a 350º F oven for 20-25 minutes. I like to make this a scoopable skillet cookie, so you my guests can just scoop it out with a spoon, so the center will still be a little soft.
• If you want to slice this into brookie bars, cook until the cookie is browned and the brownie edges are crisp.

How to Serve Skillet Brookie

Eat it straight from the skillet, I won’t judge! But, if you are serving this skillet dessert to friends and family, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream, your favorite toppings, or just a dollop of whipped cream for a simple treat.

⭐️ If you don’t own as cast iron skillet, this can be baked in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish, just mix the brownie batter in a separate bowl and bake as instructed.

Leftovers and Storage

If you do happen to have some leftover cast iron skillet brookie, take it out of the skillet and store in an air tight container or zip top bag on the counter for up to 3 days.

This skillet cookie can also be frozen; freeze slices or the whole cookie out of the skillet in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.

Skillet Brookie Recipe

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Post updated with new images on October 21, 2026, the recipe ingredients remain the same.