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This warm Oreo skillet cookie is a fantastic dessert for sharing with friends or family. Gooey and loaded with both semisweet and bittersweet chocolate chips alongside crunchy Oreo bits, it offers a perfect balance of textures. Topped with cookies and cream ice cream, it becomes an irresistible treat that’s sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
I first made this during a weekend get-together and watched everyone reach for seconds before the ice cream even melted. It’s become my go-to dessert for special occasions.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter: cubed and browned to create a nutty, aromatic base essential for rich flavor. Look for high quality unsalted butter for best results
- Packed brown sugar and granulated sugar: for moistness and caramel undertones combined with granulated sugar for crisp edges
- Large eggs: at room temperature to help with even mixing and structure
- Pure vanilla extract: adds warmth and enhances the chocolatey notes
- All-purpose flour: spooned and leveled for accurate measurement ensures perfect texture
- Baking soda and salt: for a balanced rise and flavor
- Semisweet chocolate chips and bittersweet chocolate discs: create a complex chocolate experience
- Crushed Oreo biscuits: add crunch and cookie flavor that pairs perfectly with the dough
- Lindt Cookies & Cream chocolate bars: for a creamy, cookie-filled surprise inside and on top
- Cookies and cream ice cream: to serve which melts beautifully over the warm cookie
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Sauté the Butter:
- Cut the butter into cubes and gently melt in a heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until it browns and becomes fragrant. This step adds a deep, nutty flavor base that elevates your cookie
- Combine Sugars and Butter:
- Once the browned butter has cooled slightly, whisk it together with packed brown sugar and granulated sugar until well blended to create a smooth, caramelized mixture
- Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla:
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar and butter mixture. Whisk thoroughly until the batter is glossy and fully combined, which helps build a tender crumb in your cookie
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- Sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gently fold these dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until no streaks of flour remain. Avoid overmixing as this can make the cookie tough
- Add Chocolates and Oreos:
- Roughly chop one Lindt Cookies & Cream bar. Add this along with the semisweet chocolate chips, chocolate discs, and crushed Oreo biscuits to the dough. Mix carefully to distribute all the goodies evenly
- Assemble in Skillet:
- Spread half of the cookie dough evenly into a lightly greased 25 cm oven-safe skillet. Place two whole Lindt Cookies & Cream bars in the center and cover with the remaining dough, spreading to encase the bars completely
- Top and Bake:
- Sprinkle extra semisweet chocolate chips over the top of the dough. Bake immediately in a preheated oven at 175 degrees Celsius for 25 minutes. The edges should be golden while the center remains slightly underdone for gooeyness
- Finish and Serve:
- Remove the skillet from the oven and quickly scatter additional chocolate chips and chocolate discs on top. Let the cookie cool for at least 25 minutes so it sets to a gooey consistency. Serve warm with scoops of cookies and cream ice cream
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My favorite ingredient is the browned butter because it adds a toasty depth that perfectly balances the sweetness. One memorable moment was a chilly winter night when my family gathered around the table, sharing this skillet cookie straight from the oven topped with ice cream. Those smiles said it all.
Storage Tips
Store any leftovers covered tightly in the refrigerator for up to three days. To enjoy later, reheat gently in the oven or microwave until warm to bring back that gooey texture
Ingredient Substitutions
You can swap the Lindt Cookies & Cream bars for any cookie-filled chocolate bars you prefer. White chocolate chips can replace semisweet chips for a creamier flavor. If you want a nutty addition, chopped toasted pecans work beautifully
Serving Suggestions
Serve the cookie warm topped with a generous scoop of cookies and cream ice cream as directed, or try vanilla or coffee ice cream for a different flavor dimension. A drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce makes it extra special
Cultural Context
The skillet cookie is a beloved American dessert trend known for its gooey center and crispy edges. Mixing Oreos into it is a playful twist that brings childhood nostalgia to a decadent adult dessert
Recipe FAQs
- → How do you get a gooey center in the skillet cookie?
Baking the cookie until the edges are golden but the center appears slightly underdone creates a soft, molten middle. Cooling the cookie further helps the center set while maintaining its gooey texture.
- → What is the role of browned butter in this dish?
Browned butter enhances the cookie’s flavor by adding rich, nutty undertones and depth, giving the dough a warm, aromatic character.
- → Can I substitute the cookies and cream ice cream topping?
Yes, any creamy vanilla or chocolate ice cream works well to complement the chocolate-rich skillet base and add temperature contrast.
- → How should the crushed Oreo biscuits be prepared for the dough?
Crush the Oreos into small but uneven pieces to keep some texture, mixing them evenly into the dough without breaking fully into crumbs.
- → Why are chocolate bars placed inside the dough layers?
Placing whole chocolate bars inside creates pockets of melted chocolate that add gooey bursts and richer texture when the cookie is baked.
- → What is the best way to prevent the skillet cookie from sticking?
Lightly greasing the skillet with non-stick spray ensures easy removal and keeps the exterior crisp while baking.