Double Chocolate Brownie Skillet (Print)

Warm, molten chocolate brownies baked in a skillet, finished with vanilla ice cream. Pure indulgence for sharing.

# Components:

→ Brownie Batter

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
02 - 4 ounces dark chocolate (70% cacao), chopped
03 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/2 cup chocolate chips

→ Molten Center

10 - 2 ounces dark chocolate, chopped into chunks
11 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream

→ For Serving

12 - Vanilla ice cream
13 - Hot fudge sauce (optional)
14 - Fresh berries (optional)
15 - Powdered sugar, for dusting

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 10-inch cast-iron skillet with butter.
02 - In a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, melt unsalted butter and 4 ounces chopped dark chocolate together, stirring until smooth. Allow mixture to cool slightly.
03 - Whisk granulated sugar into the melted chocolate mixture until blended. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold dry ingredients into chocolate mixture until just combined. Stir in chocolate chips.
04 - Spread half of the brownie batter evenly in the prepared skillet. Arrange dark chocolate chunks in the center and drizzle with heavy cream. Gently spread the remaining batter over the top to cover the filling.
05 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, until edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly when shaken. The top should appear cracked and the center should remain slightly underbaked for a fudgy texture.
06 - Allow brownie to cool in the skillet for 5 minutes. Dust surface with powdered sugar. Serve warm directly from the skillet, accompanied by vanilla ice cream, hot fudge sauce, and fresh berries if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses just one skillet and pantry ingredients for maximum flavor with minimal mess
  • The molten chocolate center creates a dramatic and satisfying experience with every scoop
  • Perfect for sharing right out of the pan with family and friends
  • Bakes in under half an hour but tastes like a special occasion
02 -
  • High in chocolate flavor for maximum satisfaction
  • Vegetarian and great for groups or parties
  • Easy to prep ahead so you can relax with your guests
  • The quality of dark chocolate makes all the difference I love using a bittersweet bar with spices for a complex flavor My family’s favorite part is fighting over the molten center and everyone remembers their first bite
03 -
  • Let the chocolate and butter cool before adding eggs to avoid scrambling
  • Do not over-mix after adding dry ingredients or your brownies will turn cakey
  • Finish baking as soon as the center is just set for the fudgiest results

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