This Skillet Brownie is a thick, gooey, brownie baked in a cast iron skillet and best served with a scoop or two of ice cream! This dessert is so simple, easy to throw together, and a perfect treat to share or enjoy all on your own!
If you were to ask me what my dream dessert is this Skillet Brownie would be very close to the top of that list! It is easy to throw together, you probably have all of the ingredients in your pantry right now, and it is crazy delicious. If you're more into a chocolate chip cookie than a brownie you will love my Deep Dish Cookie!
If you're looking for more brownie recipes check out these Cherry Brownies, Ferrero Rocher Brownies, Cheesecake Swirled Brownies.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- The edges are more firm and the middle is gooey. There is something for everyone! You can also find this in my Fudgy Brownies.
- This skillet brownie is best served warm, so no waiting for it to cool so you can cut it. My Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe is also best served warm!
- It is perfect for sharing.
- You can easy change the flavor of the brownie by adding different toppings. Like the fun toppings on my Peanut Butter S'mores Skillet Cookie.
Ingredients
Ingredient Notes
- Measuring the all-purpose flour correctly is very important. I suggest weighing your flour out. If you want to use a measuring cup, make sure you spoon the flour into the cup and level it off with a knife. Don’t use the cup to scoop directly from the flour.
- Be sure to use a good quality cocoa powder. It will make a big difference in the flavor. I also use cocoa powder in my Hot Cocoa Cookies to amp up the chocolate flavor.
- I prefer semi-sweet chocolate, but you can use whatever you prefer. If you’re wanting puddles of chocolate chop up a chocolate bar instead of using chocolate chips.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Substitutions and Variations
- There are endless variations of brownies and you can find many of them in my brownie recipes!
- This brownie can be made dairy-free by substituting dairy-free butter or oil. I have a full dairy-free brownie recipe you can reference.
- Use a mini cast iron pan to make several mini skillet brownies.
- Add a layer of peanut butter to the center of the brownie.
- Top with marshmallows and broil or mix mini marshmallows into the batter to make a s'mores brownie.
This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!
Step-By-Step Instructions
STEP 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees (F). Prepare a 6.5-inch cast iron skillet by spraying it with non-stick spray or rubbing it down with softened butter. You can use a small baking dish if you don't have a cast iron skillet. Set aside.
STEP 2: In a small bowl combine the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Then whisk until combined and free of any lumps.
STEP 3: In a medium bowl mix the melted butter and brown sugar until fully combined. Add the egg and vanilla and beat until fully combined and light in color.
STEP 4: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Be sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are fully mixed.
STEP 5: Gently fold the chocolate chips into the mixture. Do not over mix or your brownie will be tough.
STEP 6: Transfer the batter to the prepared skillet or dish and spread around evenly. Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes.
For serving, I recommend having this Skillet Brownie warm and with ice cream (my Cookie Dough Ice Cream Recipe would be a great addition!), but I promise you it will be absolutely tasty no matter how you eat it!
Expert Tips
- Add chunks of chocolate on top before baking. This will give you those incredible puddles of chocolate on top of the skillet brownie.
- Use an oven thermometer. Most ovens run either hot or cold. Using an oven thermometer ensures that you are baking your brownie at the perfect temperature.
- Weigh your ingredients. One of the most common baking mistakes that I see is measuring incorrectly, especially with flour. The best way to get accurate measurements every time is to weigh them with a kitchen scale.
- Don't over mix. You need to mix your batter until all of the ingredients are JUST combined, otherwise, you will make too much gluten and your brownie will be cakey instead of fudgy.
Recipe FAQ's
That's totally fine! You can just use a small dish instead.
Room Temperature: The brownie can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days.
Refrigerator: If stored correctly in an airtight container the Skillet Brownie will last up to 1 week in the fridge.
Freezer: If stored correctly in an airtight container it will last up to 2 months in the freezer.
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Recipe
Skillet Brownie
Ingredients
For Brownie:
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter melted
- ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons (133 grams) brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 tablespoons (45 grams) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (22 grams) cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup (127 grams) chocolate chips
Instructions
For Brownie:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees (F). Spray a 6.5-inch cast-iron skillet or baking dish with non-stick spray or rub with softened butter. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl combine the melted butter and brown sugar. When fully combined add the eggs and vanilla. Beat until fully combined and light in color.
- In a small bowl combine the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Whisk to combine and remove any lumps.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold the chocolate chips into the batter.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and spread around evenly. Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and enjoy while warm.
Notes
- Add chunks of chocolate on top before baking. This will give you those incredible puddles of chocolate on top of the skillet brownie.
- Don't overmix. You need to mix your batter until all of the ingredients are JUST combined, otherwise, you will make too much gluten and your brownie will be cakey instead of fudgy.
- The provided nutrition information is an estimate. The calorie accuracy is not guaranteed.
Anonymous says
Way too small a serving size for anything but a mini skillet im afraid. I used a small cast iron and it was no where near enough to fill it. Have to double the recipe
Ellie Haley says
What size skillet did you use? I recommend a 6.5 inch skillet in the recipe instructions. It's what I use every time I've made this and it is a perfect fit
A.L. says
I immediately ordered a skillet and made these brownies again. Glass worked well too but presentation was better in a mini cast iron! Now I need more recipes for this skillet to justify the purchase 🙂
Ellie Haley says
I love that! I have several skillet cookie recipes!
A.L. says
Great alternative to homemade brownies, much faster and just the right amount. I used a glass baking dish and lowered the temperature to 325F. I'll have to buy a small cast iron just for this! Thank you for your recipe. 10/10
Ellie Haley says
Yay! So glad you loved it!
Omarion says
I've made this twice now and each time it came out AMAZING! I was surprised it only called for light brown sugar only and not white, granulated 😅
Ellie Haley says
I love that! I'm partial to all brown sugar in brownies because it makes them more fudgy!
Kim says
Outstanding recipe! Made this in a cast iron skillet , unsure of how it would turn out ? Pleasantly surprised ! It got all finished and requested for more ! Thank you for posting !
Ellie Haley says
Woohoo! Happy to hear it was a hit!
David says
I need a recipe for 8" skillet. I like your ingredients though
kamera sistemleri says
THANK YOU VERY MUCH I DON’T HAVE CAST IRON SO I MADE MINE IN A STONEWARE DISH AND IT WORKED PERFECTLY
Son Dakika Haberler says
thank you very much I doN’t have cast iron so i made mine in a stoneware dish and it worked perfectly!
Aili says
Sooo good!! I doN’t have cast iron so i made mine in a stoneware dish and it worked perfectly!
erotik izle says
Muchos Gracias for your blog article. Much thanks again. Winny Giustino Witkin
Hannah says
Amazing recipe!! Ellie knocked it out of the park! Looking forward to making this again.