Butterscotch Cookies: The Sweet Treat You Didn’t Know You Needed!
Imagine stepping into a cozy kitchen, the sweet scent of melted butter and brown sugar enveloping you like a warm hug. That’s exactly what you get when you bake a batch of butterscotch cookies! These delightful treats are not just some ordinary cookies; they are chewy, gooey, and packed with that luscious butterscotch flavor that dances on your taste buds. Fun fact: did you know that butterscotch has been around since the 19th century? It’s always been a loved treat, making its way into cookies, candies, and puddings alike. What makes butterscotch cookies so special is their easy recipe, requiring just a few basic ingredients and minimal prep time, making them the perfect companion for family gatherings or a sweet treat after dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean-up.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, and mix. Finally, stir in the vanilla extract until everything is well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Add Butterscotch Chips: Gently fold in the butterscotch chips, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. Enjoy your warm, melty butterscotch cookies!