These oatmeal chocolate chunk skillet cookies with heart-shaped truffles are the perfect Valentine’s Day dessert for two. So tasty and fun!
Have you thought about Valentine’s Day yet? It may still be 2 weeks away, but it’s one of those holidays that tends to sneak up on me. You too?
For us, Valentine’s Day is all about spending time together and enjoying the simple things. Most often, we cook a nice dinner at home, which always involves indulging in some sort of decadent dessert. This year I plan on making some delicious oatmeal chocolate chunk skillet cookies. Oh, yes, it’s going to be delightful!
If you’re looking for some new ways to celebrate the day of love, you’re in for a real treat. The world could certainly use a good dose of love right now, right? Thanks to Jo-Anna from A Pretty Life, I’m joining some of my fellow Canadian blogger friends in sharing all kinds of Valentine’s Day desserts, crafts, decorating ideas, handmade gifts and more! Links to each one are located at the bottom of this post, so please take a look as they unfold all week long.
Let’s get baking!
Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Skillet Cookies
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Of course, you can never go wrong with chocolate. Am I right?
And, when it’s thrown in an ooey-gooey giant oatmeal cookie and baked in a mini cast iron skillet to perfectly crisp up the edges, it’s absolute heaven! If you’ve never tried a mini skillet cookie, you’re in for a real treat. They look so dang cute too!
To tell you the truth, I’d be inclined to eat one right out of the oven on any regular ‘ol day. I mean, the aroma coming from the kitchen as they bake is absolute awesomeness!
On Valentine’s Day, though, I feel it’s a bit more acceptable to wait. That’s when my will power is truly tested.
Nothing says I love you like “I baked cookies and didn’t even try one tiny bite until you got home!” Do you agree?
On Valentine’s Day, you always put your loved ones first. (As a mom and wife, that’s usually the norm anyway.)
Skillet Cookie Garnishes
You can even go the extra mile and make some heart-shaped chocolate truffles to garnish your dessert and make it all Valentines-ish.
And when your husband’s favourite food is ice cream (next to pizza), you go heavy with the scoop. Of course, a few plump raspberries finish it off nicely too. The combination is heavenly!
Other garnish options are heart-shaped sprinkles or strawberries. A bit of whipped cream would be delicious too.
Dessert for Two
Although these cast iron skillet cookies are generous enough to share (a romantic dessert for two), it’s okay to let your selfish side come out and eat one on your own. Go ahead and enjoy, guilt-free. I’m pretty sure your loved one(s) won’t mind!
Okay, time to bake these delicious cast iron skillet cookies!
Recipe Substitutions and Tips
- The quinoa flour adds a bit of a nutty flavour to the cookie, along with fibre and protein. Feel free to substitute all-purpose flour if you prefer.
- Chocolate chips can be used in place of chunks. Also, play around with different flavours, such as white chocolate chunks or peanut butter chips.
- Pecans can be eliminated from this recipe or substituted with chopped walnuts or another favourite nut.
- Don’t over bake your skillet cookie to ensure it’s soft in the middle. Edges should be crispy and middle should be just set when taking out of the oven.
Valentine’s Day Chocolate Chunk Skillet Cookies
Ingredients
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup quinoa flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup dark chocolate chunks
- ¼ cup pecans chopped
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease 3 small (6 inch) cast iron skillets and arrange on a baking sheet.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cocoa powder and cinnamon. Set aside.
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In a separate mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes). Mix in egg and vanilla, scraping down the side of the bowl as necessary. Gradually add dry ingredients, followed by the oats, mixing until just incorporated. Stir in chocolate chunks and nuts.
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Divide dough into 3 equal parts and scoop into prepared 6″ mini skillets, pressing down with your fingers slightly. Leave some space around the edges.
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Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until edges are golden and centre is just set. Less time will result in an ooey-gooey cookie and more will be chewy and crispy. We like ours somewhere in the middle.
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Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Ice cream is optional, but highly recommended!
Recipe Notes
- The quinoa flour adds a bit of a nutty flavour to the cookie, along with fibre and protein. Feel free to substitute all-purpose flour if you prefer.
- Chocolate chips can be used in place of chunks. Also, play around with different flavours, such as white chocolate chunks or peanut butter chips.
- Pecans can be eliminated from this recipe or substituted with chopped walnuts or another favourite nut.
Did you make these Valentine’s Day desserts? I’d love to know what you think! Share a photo on social tagging @satoridesignforliving or leave a comment below. Be sure to upload a photo using the “Tried this Pin” feature on Pinterest.
More Valentine’s Day Ideas
Ready to get even more inspiration from my fellow Canadian bloggers? They’ve each created a little bit of loveliness for Valentine’s Day!
Monday
Heart Shaped Pizzas for Valentine’s Day by A Pretty Life
Blood Orange Limoncello Cocktail for Valentine’s Day by Suburble
Ombre Cake Makeover from a Grocery Store Cake by Lemon Thistle
“Warm Heart” Hand Warmers by Flourish & Knot
Tuesday
Valentine’s Day Embroidery Projects by Home to Heather
Valentine’s Candy Inspired Table Setting by Personally Andrea
Valentine Heart Strawberry Pop Tarts by Kitchen Counter Chronicles
Valentine’s Day Date Night In Gift Basket Idea by The DIY Mommy
Valentine’s Day Chocolate Chunk Skillet Cookies by Satori Design for Living
Wednesday
Lovey Dovey Vegan Chocolate Bark by Woman in Real Life
Valentine’s Day Wall Hanging by The Learner Observer
Fluffy Valentine Sugar Cookies by Joy In Our Home
Thursday
Easy DIY Valentine’s Wreath by VinYet ETC
Valentine’s Day Breakfast by Life is a Party
Valentine’s Mantel by Rambling Renovators
Boyfriend Bouquet | Floating Heart Terrarium by Cynthia Zamaria
Friday
Embroidery Hoop Valentine Art by The DIY Dreamer
“You & Me” Wood Sign by Love Create Celebrate
Chocolate and Coconut Coated Heart Mini-Cakes by Sustain My Craft Habit
DIY String Heart Wall Hanging by The Sweet Escape
Heart Shaped Marshmallows for Valentine’s Day by Amidst the Chaos
And here’s a Valentine’s Day Goodie Bag you may want to try making too!
Of course, those homemade Chocolate Truffle Hearts with Sea Salt will be a big hit.
Host a Galentine’s Day Tea Party. Spread the love!
They’ll love this strawberry hot chocolate made with fresh strawberries!
For even more ways to celebrate the day of love, be sure to check out the Valentine’s Day gallery!
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xo,
Barb says
This is a fabulous idea Shauna! Thank you for sharing!
Shauna Oberg says
Thank you, Barb. So sorry to hear yours didn’t work out so good ;)
Heather says
These look incredible! I think I need to get some individual sized skillets!
Shauna Oberg says
They really are the key to baking the perfect dessert cookie topped with ice cream. Soft in the middle with a chewy outside- perfection!
jen says
These are adorable and they look delicious!
Shauna Oberg says
Thank you, Jen! I’m thinking I better not make them very often because it’s hard not to eat a whole one by myself!
Andrea Hunter says
Perfect dessert for Valentine’s Day! I need me some of those little skillets!
Shauna Oberg says
You’ll love those little skillets. Cute and they’re perfect for cookies, bread pudding, mac & cheese and more. On second thought, maybe don’t get them ;)
Janella Panchamsingh says
Skillet cookies are the best dessert to have at anytime. I love the little heart chocolates you added too.
Shauna Oberg says
Thanks, Janella!
Jo-Anna Rooney says
These are SO fantastic Shauna…I want mini skillets now for all of my cookies!
Shauna Oberg says
Thank you, Jo-Anna! They are fun, and I can’t wait to try other recipes (perhaps something a little healthier too)!
Joann @ Woman in Real Life says
These look delicious and your photographs are so lovely!
Shauna Oberg says
Thank you! I’ve been playing around with a new lens and now that the days are getting longer, taking photographs isn’t quite so challenging!
Alex says
A) The pans are so super cute! B) Quinoa flour? Amazing! I hadn’t thought about using that in my baking. I’ll def give it a try!
Shauna Oberg says
The quinoa flour has a pretty strong taste, so I go easy with it. But I like that it adds a bit more protein and fibre to desserts. I add it to muffins and pancakes too. Just a bit.
Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com says
These look amazing, Shauna!! I always marvel at the price of these in restraunts and now I can make my own at home!! So fun doing this blog hop with you!
Shauna Oberg says
One of our favourite restaurants used to serve a chai bread pudding in mini skillets. It was THE BEST! Thanks for stopping by :)
Sarah says
Omgeeeee I want to eat one of these NOW!! They look so delicious!
Shauna Oberg says
Thanks, Sarah. It’s good this recipe only makes 3 because they’re hard to walk away from ;)
Cynthia Zamaria says
These are adorble. Such a lovely way to elevate cookies into something so special.
Shauna Oberg says
Aww, thanks! The hearts and raspberries really do make them look Valentines-ish without being too much of a bother.
[email protected] says
I feel like this dessert has all my favourite things :)
Shauna Oberg says
Thanks, Dani. I tend to agree!
Lindsay @ The DIY Mommy says
What a great and simple dessert idea to spend the evening. I love the idea and enjoying something sweet together.
Shauna Oberg says
Yes, it’s something we look forward to!
Christine says
I think you should make some for me Shauna! Sooooo good!
Shauna Oberg says
Okay, I’ll get right on it! It’s too bad we don’t live closer to each other :)
Laurie @ Vin'yet Etc. says
Mouth watering yummyness right there! I think I may have to go look for some of those mini skillets and make these for my peeps… just amazing!
Shauna Oberg says
You should. They will LOVE you for it :)
Dannyelle @ Life is a Party says
These look amazing! My family would absolutely love them. I think you inspired me to get some little skillets. Thanks for sharing.
Shauna Oberg says
They’re worth the investment!!
Sonja @SustainMyCraftHabit says
These look amazing! Love the skillets, really makes them feel special. My family would be so delighted to have these for Valentines!
Sherry says
What a great looking dessert! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
Sherry says
I will feature this tomorrow at Home Sweet Home!
Shauna Oberg says
I look forward to seeing it. Thanks!
Julie Briones says
Oh. My. Goodness. Gracious. That is all! ;-)