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Decadent Giant Chocolate Lava Cookie Skillet Recipe with Vanilla Ice Cream

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A dramatic and indulgent giant chocolate lava cookie baked in a skillet, featuring crispy edges and a molten chocolate center, served warm with vanilla ice cream for a cozy dessert experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (180g) high-quality semi-sweet chocolate chunks or chips
  • Vanilla ice cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your 10-inch cast iron skillet.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until fully combined and smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chunks gently.
  7. Transfer the dough to the greased skillet and spread evenly with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes until edges are golden brown and set, but the center remains soft and slightly underbaked.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes to set slightly.
  10. Serve warm topped with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Do not overbake to maintain the molten center. Use room temperature ingredients for better texture. Quality chocolate chunks create better molten pockets than chips. Grease skillet well to prevent sticking. Adjust baking time if your oven runs hot or cold. Let cookie cool 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle flaky sea salt before serving for enhanced flavor. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use vegan butter and coconut-based vanilla ice cream.

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