A warm, gooey centre surrounded by a golden crisp edge, bursting with melty milk chocolate chips and crunchy chocolate sandwich cookies. Ideal for sharing, it’s a luscious treat topped with ice cream and chocolate sauce that brings the family together.
By Poppy O’Toole
From Saturday Kitchen
Original recipe from BBC Saturday Kitchen Live.
This decadent double chocolate skillet cookie scores Nutri-Score D, reflecting its indulgence with butter, sugar, and chocolate, making it a perfect occasional treat to share.
Ingredients
- 200g/7oz unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing
- 150g/5½oz light brown soft sugar
- 75g/2¾oz dark brown soft sugar
- 2 free-range eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla paste
- 275g/9¾oz plain flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 100g/3½oz chocolate sandwich cookies (such as Oreos), roughly chopped
- 75g/2½oz milk chocolate chips
Customise
- Replace milk chocolate chips with dark or white chocolate for variation
- Add a pinch of sea salt on top for a salted chocolate twist
- Use gluten-free plain flour for a gluten-free version
- Add a handful of chopped nuts for extra texture
- Serve with frozen berries or raspberry coulis for added freshness
Method
Preheat Oven and Prepare Skillet
Heat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. Grease your 25cm ovenproof skillet well with butter and set aside.
Mix Butter and Sugars
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs and Vanilla
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly between each addition. Stir in the vanilla paste.
Combine Dry Ingredients
Fold in the plain flour, baking powder, and salt just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
Add Chocolate Pieces
Gently stir in the chopped chocolate sandwich cookies and milk chocolate chips until evenly spread through the dough.
Bake
Spoon the dough evenly into the prepared skillet, pressing it down gently. Bake for 20–25 minutes until the top is golden, but the centre remains gooey.
Cool and Serve
Let the cookie cool in the skillet for 5 minutes before serving warm with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce for an indulgent finish.
Suggested Wine Pairing
This indulgent dessert pairs beautifully with rich, fruity reds and sweet dessert wines that complement chocolate and vanilla flavours.
- Majestic: Delas Frères Côtes du Rhône Rouge
A smooth, fruity red with berry notes that complement rich chocolate desserts perfectly. - Tesco: Tesco Finest Tawny Port
Lush, nutty sweetness with dried fruit undertones that pair beautifully with chocolate and caramel notes. - Sainsbury’s: Taste the Difference Late Bottled Vintage Port
Full-bodied, rich and velvety with ripe fruit and spice — perfect for indulgent chocolate treats.
What can you serve with this
- Vanilla ice cream: Balances warm, gooey cookie with creamy coolness.
- Chocolate sauce: Drizzle generously for extra indulgence.
- Fresh berries: Adds a tart contrast and fresh texture.
- Whipped cream: Light, airy texture that softens richness.
- Espresso coffee: Complements the deep chocolate flavour well.
FAQs for Double Chocolate Skillet Cookie
- Can I use regular chocolate chip cookies instead of sandwich cookies? Yes, any crunchy chocolate cookies work well to add texture and flavour.
- Will the cookie be fully cooked in the middle? The centre should be soft and slightly gooey; if you prefer more cooked, bake a few minutes longer.
- Can I make this in a regular cake tin? Yes, but adjust baking time and keep an eye on the centre texture.
- Is this recipe suitable for pregnancy? Yes, it uses pasteurised ingredients and safe chocolate types.
- Can I freeze leftovers? Yes, wrap well and freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat gently before serving.
Nutri-score Health Check
This indulgent double chocolate skillet cookie is rated Nutri-Score D due to its high sugar, butter and chocolate content. Best enjoyed occasionally as a sharing dessert treat.
Positive Factors
- Eggs: Provide protein and nutrients
- Chocolate chips: Source of antioxidants (in dark chocolate)
Negative Factors
- Butter and sugar: High in saturated fat and sugars
- Flour: Refined carbohydrates
Nutri-Score is automatically calculated from ingredients and is a guide only.