Ingredients
- Cookie Dough:
- 12 tbsp butter, divided
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 large egg, plus 1 large egg yolk
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup mini M&M candy pieces
- For Topping (Optional):
- Vanilla ice cream
- Hot fudge sauce
- Caramel ice cream topping
- Optional: Chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) for added crunch
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brown the Butter: In a 10 to 12-inch cast iron skillet, heat 8 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until the butter becomes bubbly and starts to brown slightly. The butter should give off a nutty aroma. Swirl the pan several times to ensure the butter doesn’t burn.
- Mix in the Rest of the Butter and Wet Ingredients: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter until melted. Whisk in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and the egg plus egg yolk. Whisk the mixture for about 20 seconds, rest for 30 seconds, and repeat 3 times. This will make the mixture smooth, thick, and glossy.
- Incorporate the Dry Ingredients: Whisk in the flour and baking soda until there are no lumps of flour remaining. Use a sturdy wooden spoon to fold in the mini chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and mini M&M candy pieces. For a bit of extra crunch, you can add a handful of chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans at this stage.
- Prepare to Bake: Spread the dough evenly in the skillet, pressing it down gently to create an even layer.
- Bake: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the center is slightly soft. It will continue cooking as it cools, so be careful not to overbake. Let the skillet cool for 5 to 10 minutes before topping with your favorite ice cream and toppings. If you plan to slice, allow it to cool for at least 15 to 20 minutes.
- Serve: Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, a drizzle of hot fudge sauce, and caramel topping for the ultimate dessert experience.
Notes
- More Flavor: Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to the dough for a unique flavor twist.
- Add Texture: For extra texture, try mixing in toffee bits, coconut flakes, or crushed pretzels along with the candy pieces.
- Gluten-Free Option: Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
- Chilled Cookie Dough: If you prefer a firmer texture, refrigerate the cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 573
- Sugar: 54g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 74g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
