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Old Fashioned Soft Butterscotch Cookies Recipe

Old Fashioned Soft Butterscotch Cookies Recipe
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These Old Fashioned Soft Butterscotch Cookies are a delightful treat featuring a perfect balance of rich brown sugar, creamy butter, and sweet butterscotch chips. Soft and chewy with golden edges, these classic cookies are perfect for enjoying with a glass of milk or sharing with friends and family.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup salted butter (1 stick), softened to room temperature
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Sugars

  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar

Add-ins

  • 12-ounce package of butterscotch chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is fully heated before baking your cookies.
  2. Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer or whisk to cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, incorporating air for a tender texture.
  3. Add the Egg and Vanilla: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and beat until fully incorporated and smooth, which helps bind the ingredients and adds a warm flavor.
  4. Mix in the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and dense cookies.
  5. Fold in the Butterscotch Chips: Carefully fold in the butterscotch chips to evenly distribute their sweet bursts throughout the dough.
  6. Scoop and Shape the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop portions of dough and roll into balls. Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow spreading.
  7. Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until the edges are golden brown but centers remain soft. Avoid overbaking since the cookies will firm up while cooling.
  8. Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or store for later enjoyment.

Notes

  • For softer cookies, do not overbake; remove as soon as edges turn golden.
  • Make sure to use softened butter for proper creaming and texture.
  • Pack the brown sugar tightly when measuring to ensure correct sweetness and moisture.
  • You can substitute salted butter with unsalted butter but add an extra ¼ teaspoon of salt.
  • Store cooled cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or a dash of nutmeg.

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