This chocolate chip Pizookie recipe is baked in a cast iron skillet, then served warm with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce. The center is gooey and soft, the edges are crispy, and it couldn’t be easier to make.

Similar to cookie bars, you won’t need to scoop and bake individual cookies which saves more time than you might think. I love to serve one large skillet cookie family style, but you can also bake these in mini skillets for individual portions.

A pizookie baked inside a cast iron skillet and topped with vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, and caramel sauce.

Pizookie Recipe

If you’ve ever had the pleasure of eating a Pizookie from BJ’s Restaurant, you already know the pure joy of sinking your teeth into a warm and gooey chocolate chip cookie straight from the pan. This cast iron skillet cookie is just barely baked in the center and crispy around the edges, only made better by topping with a huge scoop of vanilla ice cream.

You can experiment with trying different flavors of chocolate chips, adding mix-ins like chopped nuts, or make it exactly like this recipe says. In no time, you’ll have a giant warm skillet cookie to share with friends and family.

If you’re looking for more chocolate chip cookie recipes, you may also love our soft and chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe, Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies, or these DoubleTree Chocolate Chip Cookies.

A cast iron skillet full of chocolate chip cookie dough.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • Butter – the butter needs to be at room temperature so that it will cream properly with the sugars.
  • Sugars – this cookie recipe calls for both granulated sugar and light brown sugar because they both add different flavors and will create a slightly different texture. 
  • Eggs – it’s best if the eggs are pulled out about 30 minutes ahead of time so that they don’t curdle the butter by shocking it.
  • Baking Powder and Baking Soda – these both help to keep the cookie soft and let it rise slightly in the oven.
  • Flour – all-purpose flour works great for cookies. If you want to try a gluten-free version, just substitute your favorite gluten-free flour!
  • Chocolate Chips – using a high quality chocolate chip really makes a difference. I love Guittard but any similar brand will taste great.
A cast iron skillet with a freshly baked cookie.

How to Make This Pizookie Recipe

  1. Mix the cookie dough. Cream the butter and sugars, then add the eggs, vanilla, and salt slowly. Whisk together the dry ingredients separately, then add to the butter mixture and mix on low. Once almost combined, add in the chocolate chips.
  2. Press into a skillet. Transfer the cookie dough to a lightly greased 10-12” cast iron skillet.
  3. Bake. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for about 25-35 minutes, or until the center is just barely set and the edges and top are light golden brown.
  4. Serve. Remove from the oven, cool for a few minutes, then serve with big scoops of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate and caramel sauce. Enjoy!

Recipe Tips and Variations

  • Do not overbake this cookie! Part of what makes it so delicious is how gooey the cookie is in the center.
  • To make mini skillet cookies, just bake in mini skillets for more like 15-20 minutes.
  • Try out different flavors of chocolate chips, such as peanut butter chips, mint chocolate chips, or butterscotch chips.
  • If you want to get a head start, you can make the dough up to 3 days ahead of time
A skillet with a pizookie baked into the center and topped with vanilla ice cream.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Pizookie?

The name “Pizookie” comes from combining “pizza” and “cookie” and refers to how the skillet cookie resembles a deep dish pizza. BJ’s restaurant created the name for this cast iron skillet cookie that is served warm, usually with vanilla ice cream and chocolate or caramel sauce.

What if I don’t have a cast iron pan?

No problem! Just bake in any oven-safe skillet or even just a 9” square baking dish. It won’t have quite the same crispy texture around the edges, but it will still taste delicious.

How do you store a skillet cookie?

Any leftover skillet cookie can be gently removed from the cast iron skillet and wrapped in plastic wrap or foil, or transferred to an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days. To reheat, either microwave or warm in a preheated oven.

Can you make this ahead of time?

You can make the chocolate chip cookie dough up to 3 days in advance and store it in the fridge. When you are ready to bake, pull out to room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until it is soft enough to press into your skillet.

How to Make a Pizookie skillet cookie recipe
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Chocolate Chip Pizookie Recipe

Author The Carefree Kitchen
This chocolate chip skillet cookie (aka a pizookie) is baked in a cast iron skillet, then served warm with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce. The center is gooey and soft, the edges are crispy, and it couldn’t be easier to make.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Yields12 people

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ bags chocolate chips

For Serving

  • vanilla ice cream
  • caramel sauce
  • chocolate sauce

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, add the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar. Cream together using the paddle attachment until light and fluffy—about 3-5 minutes. Slowly add the eggs, vanilla, and salt and mix together on low speed.
  • In a separate large bowl, combine the baking powder, baking soda, and flour. Mix until combined. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix on low until almost completely combine. Add the chocolate chips and mix until combined.
  • Press the cookie dough into a greased 10-12" cast iron skillet or baking dish.
  • Bake in your preheated oven for 25-35 minutes, or until golden brown on the top and gooey in the middle.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve warm topped with vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, and caramel sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

Storing instructions: gently remove the cookie from the cast iron skillet and wrap in plastic wrap or foil, or transferred to an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Reheating: either microwave or warm in a preheated 350 degree oven.

Nutrition

Calories: 611kcal | Carbohydrates: 88g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 405mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 61g | Vitamin A: 613IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 2mg
Disclaimer: Nutritional values were calculated using a third-party tool and are provided as an estimation only.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
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This warm Cast Iron Skillet Cookie is gooey in the middle, crispy around the edges, and super simple to make. Top with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce for a real treat.

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Welcome! I'm so glad you're here!! My name is Jill Baird at The Carefree Kitchen. I love food, nearly all food, and love to celebrate every day with food and the people I love! I love being creative in the kitchen and discovering new ways to switch up old favorites and coming up with new favorites. My hope is that you will find recipes you love on my site and maybe even find some inspiration to create something new! Have fun in the kitchen!

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