This Easy Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie is a soft, chewy, and chocolatey dessert baked in just minutes. Perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself), it’s a quick and fuss-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
If you’re craving a warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie without the hassle of baking multiple batches, this Easy Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie is your new go-to.
Loaded with melty chocolate chips and baked in a single pan, it’s soft, chewy, and perfectly golden on the edges, a quick, fuss-free dessert that’s ideal for sharing or indulging all on your own.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Soft and Chewy Every Time: Perfectly tender in the center with lightly crisp edges.
- Quick and Easy: Ready in minutes without needing multiple baking sheets.
- Loaded with Chocolate Chips: Every bite is rich, gooey, and chocolatey.
- Single-Pan Dessert: Minimal cleanup and fuss-free baking.
- Perfect for Sharing or Solo Treats: Big enough to serve a crowd or enjoy all to yourself.
Ingredients Needed
- Butter: Adds richness and flavor to the cookie dough.
- Granulated Sugar: Provides sweetness and helps create a crisp edge on the cookie.
- Brown Sugar: Adds moisture, a hint of molasses flavor, and a chewy texture to the cookies.
- Egg: Binds the dough together and contributes to the cookies’ tenderness.
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances the cookie’s flavor profile with its delightful aroma.
- All-Purpose Flour: The base ingredient that provides structure to the cookies.
- Baking Soda: Acts as a leavening agent, helping the cookies rise.
- Kosher Salt: Enhances the overall flavor of the cookies.
- Chocolate Chips: Semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips are classic choices.
How To Make Easy Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 2: In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Step 3: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing. Gently fold in the chocolate chips for even distribution throughout the dough.
Step 4: Gently fold in the chocolate chips for even distribution throughout the dough.
Step 5: Place the skillet in the air fryer. Set the air fryer temperature to 320 degrees F and set cook time for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
Easy Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie Recipe Tips
- Use a small, air fryer-safe skillet: Make sure even cooking and easy removal.
- Don’t overmix the dough: Overmixing can make cookies tough instead of soft and chewy.
- Check for doneness early: Air fryer temperatures vary; the cookie is done when edges are golden and center is just set.
- Press dough evenly: An even layer ensures consistent cooking throughout the skillet.
- Customize with mix-ins: Add nuts, white chocolate, or extra chocolate chips for extra flavor.
- Serve warm: Let it cool slightly, but enjoy warm for a soft, gooey center.
- Optional toppings: Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt or drizzle chocolate for a bakery-style finish.
Storing, Freezing and Reheating Instructions
- Storing: Keep your skillet cookie in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. This helps maintain its soft, chewy texture.
- Freezing: Wrap the cooled cookie tightly in plastic wrap or foil and place in a freezer-safe bag or container. It can be frozen for up to 2 months and thawed at room temperature before serving.
- Reheating: Warm the cookie in the air fryer at 300°F for 2–3 minutes or in the microwave for 15–20 seconds. This restores the soft, gooey texture and brings back that just-baked feel.
Easy Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie Recipe Faqs
Can I use a different type of chocolate? Yes! Semi-sweet, milk, or dark chocolate chips all work. You can also mix in chunks or even white chocolate for variety.
Can I make this gluten-free? Absolutely! Substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking flour blend. The texture will remain soft and chewy.
How do I know when it’s done? The edges should be golden brown, and the center should be set but still soft. The cookie will firm up as it cools.
Can I double the recipe? You can, but bake in batches or use a larger air fryer-safe skillet. Overcrowding can affect even cooking.
Can I freeze this skillet cookie? Yes! Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or foil and store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Can I add nuts or other mix-ins? Definitely! Chopped nuts, extra chocolate chips, or a sprinkle of sea salt on top are all great options.
Can I bake this in the oven instead? Yes! Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are golden and center is set.
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Easy Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
Description
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, room temperature unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the 1 cup chocolate chips for even distribution throughout the dough.
- Spray a small, air fryer-safe skillet or pan with cooking spray. Press the cookie dough evenly into the skillet.
- Place the skillet in the air fryer and cook at 320°F for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
- Allow the skillet cookie to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm, optionally with ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate.
Equipment
- Cast Iron Pan, or Small Baking Pan
Nutrition
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Jeanie
I reviewed this recipe but it’s not shown here. This is a delicious recipe, easy to make. However, my cast iron pan was 6.3” and it overflowed. Would an 8” pan be too big? (Or, like the 3 bears, would a 7” pan be just right?)