Sourdough Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
This sourdough chocolate chip cookie recipe is baked in a cast iron skillet for crispy edges and a warm, gooey center. Made with sourdough discard and simple pantry ingredients, it is ready in just 35 minutes.
Servings: 6
Calories: 563kcal
Equipment
- 9-inch cast iron skillet
- Medium and large mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Measuring spoons and cups
Ingredients
- ½ cup shortening room temperature
- ½ cup dark brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sourdough starter discard works perfectly
- 1 tablespoon milk optional, depending on sourdough consistency
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, cream together shortening, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the sourdough starter, milk (if using), and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Lightly grease a 9-inch cast iron skillet. Press the dough evenly into the skillet.
- Bake for 22 to 27 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. The center should be set but still slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and cool in the skillet for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Discard or active starter both work in this recipe. Discard gives a slightly tangier flavor.
- If your sourdough discard is thin, skip the milk to prevent a cakey texture.
- The cookie will continue to cook as it cools in the hot cast iron skillet, so do not overbake.
- Rotate the skillet halfway through baking for even browning.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 563kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 296mg | Potassium: 233mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 3mg
