Mini Skillet Brownie

This Mini Skillet Brownie recipe is the ultimate easy dessert for sharing! A warm and gooey chocolate brownie is baked in 6 inch cast iron skillet then enjoyed with spoons hot out of the oven. Made start to finish in 30 minutes!

With a soft fudgy texture and crispy edges, there's something for every brownie lover here. Top it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and chocolate chips for extra decadence!

This recipe is a combo of my Mini Cookie Skillet and my Super Fudgy Brownies. It's almost like a pizookie at many chain restaurants—a cross between a pizza and a chocolate chip skillet cookie since it's baked and eaten in one pan. This is the brownie version of that! It can be made gluten-free, nut-free, and dairy-free or vegan. A giant brownie is perfect for to share for dessert!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• The easiest brownie to make! Baked and eaten in one skillet.
• Deliciously fudgy brownie. Chewy edges and a gooey centre make this warm brownie skillet the ultimate decadent treat. Add a scoop of ice cream on top for extra oomph.
• Easy to make. No need for any electric mixers.
• Perfect for sharing. Grab some spoons and dig in with friends. This is a great recipe for Valentine's Day!
• Impressive like a restaurant. You can now have the skillet brownie/pizookie experience at home.
• Easily allergy-friendly. This gooey brownie skillet is easily gluten-free, nut-free, and dairy-free or vegan.

Looking for more dessert recipes? You'll also like my mini cookie skillet, fudgy dairy-free brownies, coffee cookies, brown butter chocolate chip cookies, inside out chocolate chip cookies, and edible cookie dough.

Ingredient Notes

Here is everything you'll need to make this little skillet brownie:

• Chocolate chips: Use regular semi-sweet chocolate chips, mini chips, chocolate chunks, or whatever you have!
• Butter: Use dairy-free if required.
• Brown Sugar: Use white sugar in a pinch.
• Egg
• Vanilla Extract: Enhances the chocolate flavor.
• Dutch processed cocoa powder:  This is my go-to cocoa powder for this recipe because of its deep and neutral chocolatey flavour. You can substitute natural cocoa powder if that's all you have, but it may change the taste slightly, as natural cocoa powder is more acidic than dutch processed.
• All purpose flour: Use regular flour or gluten-free 1:1 flour.
• Instant espresso powder: I use Nescafé Gold to enhance the chocolate flavor.
• Salt

Substitutions

There are many ways to change up this brownie skillet based on what you have on hand. Here are some substitution suggestions:

• Gluten-free flour. Ensure that you use a gluten-free all-purpose blend that contains xanthan gum. Other than that, most brands should work the same. I typically use Bob's Red Mill 1:1 Baking Flour (blue bag) or Robinhood gluten-free flour blend. All purpose would work as well!
• Dairy-free? Use plant based butter or a liquid oil instead of melted butter.
• Vegan. I have not tested this recipe without the egg, however I think an egg replacer or a few tablespoon of milk should work in its place.
• Toppings. Add more than just the classic chocolate chips! Add different types of chocolate, peanut butter chips, oreo pieces, caramel sauce, you name it!

Step-by-Step Instructions

Be sure to read the recipe card below for the full recipe.

(Prep) Preheat the oven to 325ºF and brush a 6 inch cast iron skillet with melted butter. If you don't have an oven-safe skillet, use another small oven-safe dish or ramekin.

Place the chocolate chips and butter in a small microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, stirring until completely smooth and melted.

(1) In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg and brown sugar until pale and frothy. Stir the melted butter and chocolate into the egg mixture with the vanilla extract.

(2) Add the cocoa powder, flour, espresso powder, and salt to the bowl. Use a spatula to gently fold until combined. Stir in some extra chocolate chips if desired.

(3) Spread into the greased cast-iron skillet.

Bake for 15-18 minutes, depending on how gooey or cooked you want the brownie.

(4) Allow to cool for 5 minutes then enjoy straight out of the skillet with a spoon. Be careful, the cast iron will still be extremely hot.

Top with ice cream and additional chocolate chips if desired. Enjoy!

How to Serve a Mini Skillet Brownie

A mini skillet brownie is the perfect dessert to share with a small group. I like to make one for movie night, girls night, date night—you name it! This mini skillet is the perfect dessert for after pizza, pasta, or really anything. Grab a spoon and dig in!

Here are some ways I like to serve it:

• Hot out of the oven with spoons. 
• Topped with a scoop of ice cream and chocolate syrup.
• Add other fillings like peanut butter cups, cookie butter, oreos, etc.
• If sharing the brownie with spoons is not comfortable for your group, you can cut it into slices and serve on individual plates.

Storage

If you have any leftover skillet brownie, cover the mini skillet with foil and store at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can re-warm it in the oven for a few minutes.

Expert Tips

Here are some of my top tips and tricks for a successful skillet brownie:

• Grease the skillet well. You don't want any wasted stuck brownie!
• Fold the dry ingredients in lightly to avoid over-mixing.
• Watch the brownie so it doesn't over-bake. You want a nice soft gooey centre. If anything, under-baked is better than over-baked. A toothpick should still come out with wet crumbs.
• Enjoy hot! Allow the brownie to set for 5 minutes so you don't burn yourself, then dig in with a spoon!
• Share with friends and family. It can be tempting to dig into this whole brownie yourself, but note that it does contain multiple servings.
• Top with ice cream and fudge sauce for a cool contrast. It's so delicious.

Frequently Asked Questions

This mini skillet brownie is ultimate rich dessert, the perfect size for sharing. Made from start to finish in 30 minutes, it is the perfect conclusion to your meal. Top with ice cream and dig a spoon in! Perfectly crisp on the edges and fudgy in the centre, everyone is sure to enjoy this decadent brownie skillet!

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