Description
This giant M&M Skillet Cookie is made with brown sugar for a soft center with crisp golden edges, pebbled with Almond M&Ms for a crunchy texture.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter at room temperature, plus 1 TB for buttering skillet
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cup M&Ms, any version you like or any similar candy
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Using a pastry brush, coat a 12" cast iron skillet with 1 TB of butter. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda and baking powder. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream remaining 1/2 cup butter with the brown sugar. Mix on medium speed for 3-5 minutes, until light and fluffy. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl periodically.
- Add the egg and vanilla and mix for another minute. Scrape down the sides of the bowl thoroughly.
- Add the dry mixture and mix on low until the flour is just incorporated.
- Stir in 1 cup of M&M's by hand, reserving 1/4 cup.
- Transfer the cookie dough into the prepared cast iron skillet and gently press the dough evenly into the pan.
- Place the skillet in the oven and bake until cookie is golden brown and edges are set, about 20 minutes, rotating skillet halfway through baking.
- Allow to cool for about 5 minutes, then carefully press the remaining M&Ms into the top of the baked cookie. This helps prevent them from cracking and keeps the color more vibrant.
- Allow to cool 20-30 minutes before diving in. Slice into wedges and serve warm with your favorite ice cream.
Notes
This recipe can be easily adapted using any type of M&M or similar candy you prefer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Cookie