The Ultimate Gluten Free Pizookie (Dairy Free too)
This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, and through other affiliate programs, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases — at no extra cost to you. I only ever recommend products I use and love. See our full disclosure policy for details. Thank you for supporting Eating Gluten and Dairy Free!
This Gluten Free Dairy Free Pizookie is a thick chocolate chip cookie baked in a cast iron skillet and topped with ice cream – the perfect indulgent dessert everyone can enjoy.
Jump to:
There's something about the warm, gooey cookie paired with cold ice cream that makes every bite perfect. Better yet, the ingredients are basic pantry staples you probably already have on hand, so there's no last-minute grocery run needed.
Ingredients Needed
Get all the info you need for these ingredients in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- gluten free all-purpose flour--our go-to is Bob's Red Mill GF 1 to 1 Flour. This has the xanthan gum in the blend. We buy in bulk and save money here.
- xanthan gum-- omit if your all-purpose flour already has this
- baking soda-- keep in mind after the box has been opened for more than 6 months this product loses its potency
- dairy free chocolate chips-- the Enjoy Life chocolate chunks are fun and the mini chips too. A lot of time we like to use a combination.
- sugar
- brown sugar
- eggs
- dairy free butter-- Earth's Balance butter sticks are ideal in this recipe
- dairy free ice cream-- see our suggestion below
- chocolate topping-- our pick is below
Helpful Tools
How to Make A Pizookie
- Preheat oven to 375° F.
- Use coconut oil to grease a cast iron skillet or 9x9 inch baking dish; set aside.
- In medium mixing bowl, place flour, xanthan gum if needed, baking soda, and salt. Whisk well.
- In a small bowl, place chocolate chips. Set 5-10 pieces aside for the topping. Add 1 tablespoon of the dry ingredients to the bowl and mix. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, place the melted butter, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract . Whisk well.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Add in the chocolate chips and stir well.
- Place the dough in the cast iron skillet. Top with ½ c of chocolate chips.
- Bake 18-20 minutes for a 10 inch skillet. Bake 16 minutes in a 12 inch skillet. Check frequently towards the end to make sure it doesn't burn.
- Remove from the oven. Serve warm with dairy free ice cream and dairy free chocolate syrup.
Storage
This skillet cookie will need to be covered and stored properly.
We suggest removing the cookie from the skillet and storing in an airtight container.
It should be kept at room temperature. You don't want store the cookies in the fridge because they will dry out faster.
Frequently Asked Questions
You need the best dairy-free ice cream with your gluten-free pizookie!
We use So Delicious in our home. It seems they're debuting a new flavor every other week. For this pizza cookie we used vanilla bean.
But you can use any dairy free ice cream that you enjoy to craft the perfect dessert!
Ah! Laska gluten and dairy free chocolate syrup is wonderful.
I'm able to find it at our local health food store. If yours doesn't carry it, look here.
We use Bob's Red Mill 1-1 Baking Mix. But you can use whatever blend you prefer and have on hand.
We have also made this with Beth's Blend flour blend also.
This is the perfect recipe to bake in a cast iron skillet. Why, you ask?
- our family is able to avoid toxic fumes and it adds iron to your food
- you can put cast iron in the oven at any temperature
- cast iron is soooo easy to clean up
- it holds the heat, and distributes it evenly
- these last for generations
- lastly, your giant chocolate chip cookie looks and tastes like it was just served from a fancy restaurant kitchen... or even better
Sometimes you can score these at garage sales or thrift stores on the cheap side. I've even seen them at estate sales – they're a great find!
You can purchase a 12 inch skillet here. Or a 10 inch one here.
Yes – once you've made the pizookie and removed it from the skillet to finish cooling, you can place it in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze it for up to 3 months.
Pro Tip: If you're new to cast iron, take time to learn how to care for it properly – a well-maintained skillet becomes a kitchen favorite you can pass down for generations.
Now if you don't have cast iron on hand, no worries. You can still experience this mouth-watering dessert. I'd suggest using a 9x9 inch baking pan with a baking time of 20 minutes.
Variations
- For an extra crunch, add some chopped macadamia nuts or hazelnuts.
- For an even more indulgent experience, you could add some dark chocolate chips to your gluten free pizookie mix-in's.
- Add in some dairy free white chocolate chips for another lovely flavor.
- And how about some dried fruits? Dried cranberries or apricot would be a great addition!
- Finally, don't forget the sprinkle of sea salt on top to bring out all the different flavors!
Recipe Tips
- As mentioned above, if you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can still make this gluten free dessert in a 9x9-inch baking dish.
- This homemade pizookie recipe is easy to double or triple, but you'll need multiple skillets!
- If you don't need this gluten free pizookie to be a dairy free pizookie too, you can absolutely use dairy containing ingredients with this recipe!
Pin It For Later
More Delicious Gluten Free Cookie Recipes
- Gluten Free Sugar Cookies
- Gluten Free Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Gluten Free Snickerdoodles
- Gluten Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
The Best Gluten Free Pizookie
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups gluten free all-purpose flour suggestion in the post
- 1 teaspoon xanthan gum omit if your flour blend has it in
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 10 oz bag plus ½ cup dairy free chocolate chips suggestion in post
- 2 sticks dairy free butter, 1 cup melted and cooled, suggestion in post
- little over ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 egg beaten, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- dairy free ice cream suggestion in post
- gluten and dairy free chocolate topping suggestion in post
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375° F.
- Use coconut oil to grease a cast iron skillet or 9x9 inch baking dish; set aside.
- In medium bowl, place flour, xanthan gum if needed, baking soda, and salt. Whisk well.
- In a small bowl, place chocolate chips. Set 5-10 pieces aside for the topping. Add 1 tablespoon of the dry ingredients to the bowl and mix. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, place the melted butter, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract . Whisk well.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Add in the chocolate chips and stir well.
- Place the dough in the cast iron skillet. Top with ½ c of chocolate chips.
- Bake 18-20 minutes for a 10 inch skillet. Bake 16 minutes in a 12 inch skillet. Check frequently towards the end to make sure it doesn't burn.
- Remove from the oven. Serve warm with dairy free ice cream and dairy free chocolate syrup.
Nutritional Disclaimer
These Nutritional Facts are ESTIMATED. Your actual nutritional info with this recipe may vary depending on the brands you choose. “Eating Gluten and Dairy Free” is not a registered dietician or nutritionist. The provided nutritional info above is based on a generic calculator, if you want more accurate info, use your nutritional calculator of choice where you can choose brands and get more info that way.
Never Run Out of Safe Recipes
Loved this recipe? Our cookbooks are packed with tested, family-approved gluten & dairy free recipes so you never have to hunt for a safe one again. The Holiday Recipes Cookbook has 50+ recipes for every season, and The Classics has our all-time family favorites.
I made this a few times and its my family's favorite dessert. Thank you Jill for the wonderful recipe!
Maria- thank you for sharing this with us! We're thrilled your family enjoys this recipe, Jill