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Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F.
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Spray an 8-inch cast-iron skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
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Place the softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract into a large bowl. Use a mixer to cream together the butter and sugars on medium speed for 1 minute, or until pale and fluffy. Add the egg and continue to beat on medium speed for 30 seconds to one minute, until light and fluffy.
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Add the flour, corn starch, baking soda, and salt to the bowl. Beat the mixture on medium speed for about 1 minute, until all ingredients are combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula, as needed.
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Fold the chocolate chips into the cookie dough until they are evenly distributed.
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Transfer the cookie dough into the cast-iron skillet. Use a spoon or clean hands to press the dough into an even layer.
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Bake the cookie for 28-30 minutes on the middle rack of oven, until golden-brown at the edges and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Check to see that the cookie is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top of the cookie, if desired. Allow the cookie to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
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Serve the cookie warm directly from the skillet. Alternatively, the cookie may be cooled to room temperature in the skillet, then cut into slices.
