Crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside, this Chocolate Chip Pizza Cookie is a decadent sweet treat that everyone in the family will love! You’ll need just a handful of pantry staples and a few minutes of hands-on kitchen time to put this dessert pizza together.
Think of it as your favorite chocolate chip cookie but in a much bigger, pizza-like format.
I’m a big fan of dessert recipes that need little effort, but still turn out delicious and are big enough for potlucks and parties. I’ve always loved my M&M Rice Krispie treats and my air fryer cookie cake when it comes to cooking for get-togethers, but this recent experiment with making a skillet cookie pizza has to be on the top of my list of all-time favorites.
Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Chip Pizza Cookie Recipe
- Easy to make: This cookie dough pizza is essentially a one-bowl, one-skillet recipe that comes together in minutes.
- Perfect for parties: It’s perfect for sleepovers, house parties, get-togethers and potlucks.
- Family-friendly: This skillet cookie recipe is a wonderful family-friendly recipe. It can also be a great alternative to a birthday cake!
- Customizable: Another big plus is the fact that you can customize and play around with the mix-ins, and try lots of different variations of this recipe too!
Ingredients
Ready to make this skillet cookie recipe? Here’s all you’ll need.
- Butter: Use unsalted or salted butter- whatever you prefer. Get it to room temperature before you use it for the recipe.
- Egg: I used a large egg and an egg yolk here. The extra egg yolk adds to the moisture and richness of the skillet cookie.
- Flour: You’ll need just some regular all-purpose flour here. No fancy stuff.
- Sugar: I used a mix of brown and white sugar for this skillet pizza cookie. Brown sugar lends a beautiful caramel-like flavor and deliciousness to the cookie.
- Baking soda: To help the cookie rise, I used baking soda.
- Vanilla: I also added a dash of vanilla extract to add that rich, sweet aroma to the cookie pizza.
- Mix-ins: Get creative and use M&Ms, peanut butter chips, Smarties, or whatever you like. I just used some classic semisweet chocolate chips.
See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.
Variations
- Chunky chocolate: Fancy a bit of texture? You can use chocolate chunks instead of chocolate chips.
- Double chocolate cookie: Want some extra chocolatey deliciousness? Add some unsweetened cocoa powder to the cookie dough mix.
- Nutty cookie pizza: Love the crunch of nuts? Add some toasted walnuts and/or pecans into the cookie dough mix and reserve some for the topping too!
- M&M fun: For some funky deliciousness, throw in some M&Ms or sprinkles!
- Dried Fruit: To add some fruity sweetness to the cookies, you can substitute some or all of the chocolate chips with dried fruit such as raisins, cranberries, or any chopped dried fruit.
How to Make Chocolate Chip Pizza Cookie
Start by getting all the ingredients ready and preheating your oven to 375 degrees.
Step 1: Prepare brown butter. Brown a part of the butter in a skillet over medium heat and set aside. Add in the remaining butter.
Step 2: Prepare the wet mixture. Combine brown sugar, white sugar, vanilla, and salt in a bowl. Add in the egg yolk and egg. Whisk until thick and smooth. Add in the butter mixture.
Step 3: Make the cookie dough. Combine flour and baking soda and add to the wet mixture.
Step 4: Add the mix-ins. Add chocolate chips and mix.
Step 5: Spread cookie dough. Clean the skillet and transfer the cookie dough into it. Press down and flatten the dough using a spatula.
Step 6: Bake and serve. Bake for around 20 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool down before you cut and serve.
Hint: Avoid overmixing the cookie dough. Mix only until you see no flour pockets.
If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy Chocolate Chip Cookie without Brown Sugar, Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie or our Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake recipe.
Storage Directions
- Storing: If you’ve got some leftovers, wrap them up in some kitchen foil, pop them in a Ziploc bag, and refrigerate them for up to a week.
- Freezing: You can also choose to freeze the leftovers if you want them to last longer, or if you’re making this chocolate chip cookie pizza in a big batch. Make sure you use a freezer-safe container, and allow the cookie to thaw overnight before you get it out and serve.
- Reheat: To warm up your skillet cookie to serve again, heat it for 5-8 minutes in a 350°F (175°C) on a a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Alternatively, heat in the microwave on high for about 10-15 seconds.
Serving Suggestions
This chocolate chip pizza cookie is sure to be a total hit at your next potluck or house party.
You can serve it as-is, or top it with some whipped cream or even a a scoop of ice cream. Drizzle chocolate syrup on the ice cream for more gooey chocolate flavor
Whip up some other party delights like Big Mac sliders, baked cheesy scalloped potatoes, and some cheesy mushroom toasts to go with it, and you’ve got yourself sorted!
Recipe Tips
- Flatten the dough: Make sure you flatten the dough evenly into the skillet. Use a spatula to do this to ensure that the cookie is cooked to perfection.
- Choose the best: Use the best quality chocolate chips for this recipe. Ghirardelli and Guittard are the best, and using them will truly make this sweet treat shine.
- Experiment with toppings: Since this one’s essentially a dessert pizza, you can try lots of different toppings like chocolate sauce, crushed nuts, fresh berries, and even a nice slather of some Nutella.
- Use a pizza cutter: Make sure you allow the pizza to cool down a bit before you cut it. Use a sharp pizza cutter to make things easier.
- Try different pans: Don’t want to use a skillet? You can also choose to use a baking dish, a tart pan, or even just some mini cake pans if you want to make individual-sized cookie pizzas.
- Don't over-bake: Keep a close eye to prevent the cookies from becoming too crisp. You can even undertake slightly for a soft, gooey center.
Recipe FAQs
Chilling the cookie dough is not necessary but improves the texture and taste of your cookie. If you're short on time or eager to enjoy your pizza cookie sooner rather than later, you can certainly bake the dough without chilling it first.
You don't have to serve it warm but we recommend it for the best experience. It's especially good served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
The easiest way to check if the cookie is done is to look for a light brown, firm crust on the outside. The center of the pizza should not look wet and glossy.
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Chocolate Chip Pizza Cookie
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ cup butter
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 ¾ cups flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup chocolate chips, semi-sweet, Smarties, M&M's, peanut butter chips or whatever your heart desires
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Place your cast-iron skillet, over medium heat, and melt 9 tablespoons butter. Cook, stirring constantly, until butter is dark golden brown, has nutty aroma, and bubbling subsides, about 5 minutes. Transfer to la mixing bowl. Stir remaining 3 tablespoons butter into hot butter until completely melted. Set aside.
- Using a whisk, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla, and salt with melted butter until smooth. Whisk in egg and yolk until smooth, about 30 seconds. Let mixture sit for 3 minutes, then whisk for 30 seconds. Repeat process of resting and whisking 2 more times until mixture is thick, smooth, and shiny.
- In a small bowl combine flour and baking soda. Then add into butter mixture. Stir until blended, about 1 minute. Add in chocolate chips and stir until no flour pockets remain.
- Wipe your skillet clean with paper towels. Transfer dough to your empty skillet and press into a flat, even layer with a spatula. Transfer your skillet to oven and bake until cookie is golden brown and edges are set, about 20 minutes. Rotate skillet halfway through baking. Using potholders, transfer skillet to wire rack and allow cookie cool for 30 minutes. Slice cookie into wedges and serve with ice cream if desired. Enjoy!.
Notes
- Flatten the dough: Make sure you flatten the dough evenly into the skillet. Use a spatula to do this to ensure that the cookie is cooked to perfection.
- Choose the best: Use the best quality chocolate chips for this recipe. Ghirardelli and Guittard are the best, and using them will truly make this sweet treat shine.
- Experiment with toppings: Since this one’s essentially a dessert pizza, you can try lots of different toppings like chocolate sauce, crushed nuts, fresh berries, and even a nice slather of some Nutella.
- Use a pizza cutter: Make sure you allow the pizza to cool down a bit before you cut it. Use a sharp pizza cutter to make things easier.
- Try different pans: Don’t want to use a skillet? You can also choose to use a baking dish, a tart pan, or even just some mini cake pans if you want to make individual-sized cookie pizzas.
- Don't over-bake: Keep a close eye to prevent the cookies from becoming too crisp. You can even undertake slightly for a soft, gooey center.
Nutrition
This post was originally published May 2017. It's been updated with new content and images.
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