Hearty butterscotch chip cookies recipe

Chewy butterscotch cookies with a golden-brown exterior and gooey chips that melt in your mouth.

These butterscotch chip cookies are a delightful treat, combining the rich, buttery flavor of butterscotch with the comforting texture of a classic cookie. These cookies are perfect for satisfying a sweet craving, with their chewy, golden-brown exterior and gooey butterscotch chips that melt in your mouth. They make a wonderful treat for any occasion, from casual gatherings to holiday celebrations. Bake them during the cooler months to fill your home with a warm, inviting aroma, or whip up a batch for a sweet surprise to share with friends and family. They’re simply irresistible anytime

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt (reduce to 1/4 teaspoon if using salted butter)
  • 11 ounces butterscotch chips

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add vanilla and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in butterscotch chips.
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto a baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.

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