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Crispy Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie for Two

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A quick and easy skillet cookie for two featuring crispy edges, gooey centers, and rich brown butter flavor with toffee bits and chocolate chips.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (about 65g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • a pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
  • 2 tablespoons toffee bits

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: In your skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Stir constantly as it foams and then turns a golden brown with a nutty aroma (about 5 minutes). Be careful not to burn it! Once browned, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  2. Mix sugars and butter: In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup light brown sugar and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. Pour in the warm browned butter and whisk until smooth and slightly glossy.
  3. Add vanilla and egg yolk: Stir in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 large egg yolk. Whisk until fully incorporated and the mixture looks shiny.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and a pinch of salt to evenly distribute.
  5. Bring it all together: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookie tender.
  6. Fold in mix-ins: Stir in 1/4 cup chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons toffee bits, distributing evenly.
  7. Prepare skillet and bake: Lightly grease your skillet with butter or non-stick spray. Spread the cookie dough evenly in the skillet, pressing down just enough to flatten slightly (about 1/2 inch thick).
  8. Bake: Transfer skillet to a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven. Bake for 18-22 minutes until edges are golden and crisp but the center still looks slightly soft. The cookie will firm up as it cools.
  9. Cool and serve: Let the cookie rest for 5 minutes before digging in—this helps the toffee set and the chocolate chips settle into melty pockets of joy.

Notes

Watch the butter carefully when browning to avoid burning. Tent the skillet with foil if edges brown too fast. Dough should be thick but spreadable, not runny. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For vegan, substitute vegan butter, flaxseed egg, and dairy-free chocolate chips.

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