Description
This Pumpkin Skillet Cookie is a warm, delicious treat perfect for fall or any time you’re craving a soft, pumpkin-spiced dessert. Baked in a small skillet or baking dish, it combines moist pumpkin puree with rich brown sugar and chocolate chips for a comforting and gooey cookie experience served straight from the oven.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/8 cup (135 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice
Wet Ingredients
- 1 stick (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (159 grams) brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
Add-ins
- 3/4 cup (127 grams) chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Spray a 5 or 6-inch skillet or baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set it aside for later use.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin spice until evenly combined. This will ensure your cookie has a balanced flavor and proper leavening.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a separate medium bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract together until the mixture becomes smooth, soft, and creamy—this typically takes about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add pumpkin and egg: Incorporate the pumpkin puree and the large egg into the butter and sugar mixture. Beat well until fully blended and creamy, creating a smooth batter.
- Combine mixtures: Gradually add the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients in two parts, mixing gently just until incorporated each time. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookie tender. Fold in the chocolate chips or chopped chocolate evenly throughout the dough.
- Press dough into skillet: Transfer and evenly press the cookie dough into the prepared skillet or baking dish, spreading it out to level the surface.
- Bake: Place the skillet in the preheated oven. To catch any drips, place a cookie sheet underneath on the oven rack below. Bake for 25–30 minutes if you prefer a very soft center. For a firmer cookie, extend baking time by an additional 5–10 minutes. Baking times may vary depending on your oven.
- Cool and serve: Once baked to your liking, remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this warm, gooey pumpkin skillet cookie straight from the pan for a cozy dessert experience.
Notes
- You can substitute the pumpkin spice with a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves if you prefer.
- For an even richer flavor, try adding chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans along with the chocolate chips.
- The skillet cookie is best enjoyed warm, but leftovers can be stored covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- To reheat, warm slices in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to regain softness.
- Use a small oven-safe skillet or a similar sized baking dish to ensure even cooking and best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
