This Oreo Cookie Skillet is soft, chewy and loaded with wholesome oat flour, creamy peanut butter, coconut sugar, chocolate sandwich cookies and leftover Halloween Candy. This monster skillet cookie is perfect for sharing and an irresistible treat that is sure to satisfy your sweet candy cravings!
Indulge in Decadence: Oreo Cookie Skillet Recipe
Craving a luscious dessert that’s as irresistible as it is easy to make? This Oreo Cookie Skillet is a delightful treat that combines the goodness of classic cookies with a warm, gooey twist.
Our Monster Cookie Skillet offers an explosion of flavors, from the rich peanut butter to the sweet candy coated chocolates and crunchy cookies that will satisfy your sweet cravings. Loaded with a medley of Monster cookie flavors and textures and delicious ingredients that make every bite a delightful experience.
It’s sweet and chewy and perfect for using up leftover Halloween Candy or sharing with family and friends before heading out for trick-or-treating. Whether it’s a family gathering, potluck, or just a sweet treat for yourself, this giant skillet cookie is always a crowd-pleaser and is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Before diving into the kitchen, let’s take a moment to explore the ingredients that make this Giant Oreo Cookie Skillet so heavenly:
- Gluten-Free Oat Flour (or Substitutes): Our base, providing a lovely texture. You can choose from gluten-free oat flour, cassava flour, gluten-free 1-to-1 baking flour, or all-purpose flour.
- Baking Soda: Essential for achieving the perfect rise and texture in the skillet cookie.
- Salt: Just a pinch to enhance flavors and balance sweetness.
- Gluten-Free Old Fashioned Oats: These oats add a chewy, hearty element to your cookie.
- Vegan Butter (or Regular Butter): You can opt for dairy-free vegan butter or traditional unsalted butter, depending on your dietary preferences.
- Sweeteners: A mix of coconut sugar and pure maple sugar to infuse sweetness. However, brown sugar or a preferred sugar substitute like Lakanto monk fruit sweetener or Swerve is an excellent alternative.
- Peanut Butter (or Substitutes): Creamy peanut butter provides a rich, nutty flavor. Feel free to use any nut or seed butter you prefer.
- Egg (or Egg Substitute): An essential binding ingredient. Use a large egg or an egg substitute to suit your dietary needs.
- Vanilla Extract: A hint of pure vanilla extract elevates the overall flavor.
Optional add-ins:
Feel free to omit or swap with cookies / chocolate chips / chocolate candies of your choice.
- Chocolate Candies: Add a delightful burst of chocolatey goodness with candies like Unreal Dark Chocolate Gems, Kukt;M&M’s, or your personal favorites. You can also opt for dairy-free chocolate chips or skip them.
- Chocolate Sandwich Cookies: Elevate your Oreo Cookie Skillet by incorporating coarsely chopped chocolate sandwich cookies. Brands like High Key, Catalina Crunch, Simple Mills, or gluten-free Oreos work beautifully. Or feel free to use your favorite cookies.
- Peanut Butter Cups: For an extra layer of indulgence, consider adding chopped peanut butter cups. You can use Keto cups or Sunbutter Cups to suit your preferences or omit them altogether.
Instructions: How to make Oreo Cookie Skillet
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F, ensuring it’s nice and toasty for your Oreo Cookie Skillet.
- Prepare the Skillet: Lightly coat a 9-inch cast iron skillet or a 9″ round cake pan with cooking spray. This step is crucial to prevent any sticking.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the oats, creating a textured and hearty mixture. Set this aside.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In another large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and both sugars until the mixture is smooth. Add the peanut butter and incorporate it thoroughly. Then, whisk in the egg (or egg substitute) and vanilla until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix, as this can affect the texture of the cookie.
- Add Chocolate Goodness: Gently fold in half of the chocolate sandwich cookies, candy-coated chocolate candies, and peanut butter cups (if you’re using them), reserving the other half for topping.
- Press into Skillet: Carefully press the cookie dough into the prepared skillet, ensuring it’s evenly distributed. Then, top the dough with the reserved chocolate sandwich cookies, candy-coated chocolates, and peanut butter cups.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 22-27 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Your kitchen will be filled with the enticing aroma of freshly baked cookies.
- Serve and Enjoy: The best way to savor this Oreo Cookie Skillet is while it’s warm, preferably with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. Each bite is a heavenly experience!
Tips for Success:
- Chocolate: Use high-quality chocolate chips or candies for the best chocolatey experience.
- Over-mixing: Don’t over-mix the dough to maintain a chewy, delightful texture.
- Sweeteners: Customize the sweetness level according to your taste by choosing the right sugar or sugar substitute.
Serving Suggestions:
Your Oatmeal Cookie Skillet is perfect for solo indulgence or sharing with friends and family during gatherings or special occasions.
Enjoy it on its own or pair it with a scoop of Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream or your favorite ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience.
Variations and Substitutions:
Feel free to get creative with your Monster Cookie Skillet. Here are some ideas to personalize your creation:
- Peanut Butter: Experiment with different nut or seed butter options to create a unique flavor profile. You can swap out peanut butter for any nut butter or seed butter of your choice, such as almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter.
- Chocolate candies: Try various chocolate candies and cookies to customize your skillet to your liking.
- Caramel Sauce: For an extra layer of indulgence, drizzle some of our easy caramel sauce or chocolate sauce over your warm skillet.
Storage and Freezer Instructions:
Refrigeration: If you happen to have leftovers (which is a rare occurrence with this skillet cookie), you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days.
Freezer: For longer storage, freeze individual slices wrapped in plastic wrap and placed in a zip-top bag.
Thaw and Reheat: When you’re ready to enjoy, simply thaw as needed and warm in the microwave for a fresh-from-the-oven taste.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can I use regular all-purpose flour instead of gluten-free oat flour? A1: Yes, you can substitute all-purpose flour for the gluten-free oat flour if you’re not following a gluten-free diet. It will work just as well in the recipe.
Q2: What can I use as an egg substitute in this recipe? A2: You can use various egg substitutes, such as flaxseed eggs, applesauce, mashed bananas, or commercial egg replacers. Choose the one that best fits your dietary preferences.
Q3: Can I make this cookie skillet without any candy or chocolate add-ins? A3: Of course! If you prefer a simpler cookie skillet, you can omit the candy and chocolate add-ins altogether. The base cookie is delicious on its own.
Q4: Can I make this recipe in advance for a special occasion? A4: Yes, you can prepare the cookie dough in advance and store it in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to bake, simply press it into the skillet and follow the remaining steps.
Q5: How long can I store the Oreo Cookie Skillet, and what’s the best way to do it? A5 You can store the skillet cookie in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days. For longer storage, wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and keep them in a zip-top bag in the freezer. Thaw and reheat as needed.
Q6: Are there any tips for ensuring the cookie turns out perfectly? A6: To achieve the best results, use quality chocolate chips or candies, avoid over-mixing the dough, and customize the sweetness level according to your taste by choosing the right sugar or sugar substitute.
Q7: Can I make a larger or smaller skillet cookie using this recipe? A7: You can adjust the size of the skillet by using a larger or smaller pan, but be mindful of the baking time. A larger skillet may require a bit more time in the oven, while a smaller one may need less.
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This Oreo Cookie Skillet is soft, chewy and loaded with wholesome oat flour, creamy peanut butter, coconut sugar, chocolate sandwich cookies and leftover Halloween Candy. This monster skillet cookie is perfect for sharing and an irresistible treat that is sure to satisfy your sweet candy cravings!
- 1 cup gluten-free oat flour you can also use cassava flour, gluten-free 1-to-1 baking flour or all-purpose flour if you're not gluten-free
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cup gluten-free old fashioned oats
- 3/4 cup vegan butter melted. You can also use regular unsalted butter if you're not dairy-free
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar you can also use brown sugar or brown sugar substitute of your choice
- 1/2 cup pure maple sugar you can also use granulated cane sugar or granulated sugar substitute of your choice such as Lakanto monk fruit sweetener or Swerve
- 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter you can also sub with another nut butter or seed butter of your choice if preferred
- 1 large egg room temperature, or egg substitute of your choice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup optional chocolate sandwich cookies , such as Cataline Crunch, High Key, Simple Mills or gluten-free Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped. Or feel free to use cookies of your choice.
- 1/3 cup optional candy coated chocolates , such as KetoGemz, Lily's Chocolate Coated Gems, Unreal Dark Chocolate Gems, M&M's or chocolate candies of choice. Feel free to add some dairy-free chocolate chips if preferred or omit.
- 1/4 cup chopped peanut butter cups , optional. Feel free to leave out or use Keto cups or Sunbutter Cups of your choice.
- Preheat oven to 350 F degrees.
- Lightly coat a 9 inch cast iron skillet or 9" round cake pan with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the oats. Set aside.
- In another large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and both sugars until smooth. Add peanut butter and mix until incorporated. Whisk in the egg and vanilla until smooth and combined.
- Slowly stir in the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix.
- Fold in half of the sandwich cookies, candy coated chocolate candies and peanut butter cups (if using) - reserving the other half for topping.
- Gently press cookie dough into prepared skillet and top with reserved chocolate sandwich cookies, candy coated chocolates and peanut butter cups evenly.
- Bake 22-27 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
- Serve warm, with vanilla ice cream.
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary -
Omg, WOW! I used to be obsessed with those huge cookie cakes when I was younger (before I became allergic to cocoa) and this monster skillet cookie pizza puts those to shame, Kelly! This is fabulous, and I can totally see why your hubs was sold after only one bite!! AND why he ate the whole darn thing! I would too! This is a fabulous way to use up all that halloween candy! Pinned! Cheers, lovely!
My Dish is Bomb -
My mom used to buy a huge box of halloween candy long before halloween, and by the time the special night came we had all been sneaking little candies so much they were almost gone! Last minute candy runs we knew well. Love this giant cookie/pizza and I’d totally have it for dinner!
Meghan | Fox and Briar -
Yum! I am obsessed with skillet cookies, and this is such a great way to use up Halloween candy!
Nami | Just One Cookbook -
This is so adorable! I love how creative and fun it is!
ashley - Baker by Nature -
This is just too cute!!!