There truly aren’t many desserts better than a homemade, freshly baked batch of cookies. Whether you’re partial to a classic chocolate chip or a frosted sugar, even the most novice of home bakers usually have a cookie recipe in their back pocket.

We are happy to inform you that classic cookies only get better the bigger they get, especially when baked in a cast-iron skillet! It’s true, the pan is not destined only for searing steaks. These skillet cookie recipes are easy to make, and a hit for larger parties — or a kitchen counter snack that will upstage the cookie jar.

Also known as a “pizookie,” or pizza cookie, this skillet is a must-try. The addition of dark brown sugar provides a rich flavor that elevates a traditional recipe.

This massive snickerdoodle maintains its signature cracked look by rolling one big ball of dough and not pressing it into the skillet before baking. As it spreads on its own, the bottom also caramelizes into a mouthwatering cinnamon crust.

You can’t get more timeless than a classic chocolate chip cookie, and it’s even better when it's bigger! This cookie skillet is perfect for a kid’s party, especially when made à la mode.

It’s hard to look at this colorful, sprinkled cookie and not be put in a festive, birthday mood. For those who prefer cookies over cake anyway, this recipe is a great alternative.

Like the basic chocolate chip skillet cookie, this version is even more fun and begs to be enjoyed in a party setting. Top the cookie with an ice cream flavor of your choice, hot fudge, whipped cream and Maraschino cherries.

Baking in a skillet creates a delicious crispy edge on this peanut butter cookie, while the center stays moist. Pair it with your favorite jam to dollop on top!

Perfect for the winter holiday season, this huge spice cookie has the perfect chewy texture that firms up as it cools down. A design of your choice on top is the icing on the cake — or should we say cookie.

This recipe might only resonate with the most serious of chocoholics, but we know you’re reading this (and we’re not judging!). The cast-iron skillet ensures a crispy edge, but a rich and fudgy inside.

A lovely combo of brown sugar, cocoa and pecan flavors, this skillet cookie is best served warm and with company.

Giant is an understatement for this dense, skillet sugar cookie! After cooling, decorate as you please with colorful sprinkles.

The addition of a honey and sour cream whipped topping to this skillet acts as a wonderful contrast to the spice and brown sugar flavors.

Pretzels are a salty-sweet match made in heaven for a warm skillet cookie, and banana pairs great with the white chocolate cookie base. The peanut butter whipped cream topping is a satisfying final touch.

A great holiday recipe, this skillet cookie features molasses, pumpkin pie spice and dark brown sugar for a decadent flavor profile. Decorate with white icing and sugar sprinkles to be even more festive!

Made with decadent 60% cacao chocolate baking chips, this skillet cookie is closer to a fudgy brownie with peppermint bark pieces throughout. Great for a Christmas party, each piece of the cookie is decorated with an icing tree that comes together to make one big, snowflake design.