Best Ever Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Indulge in the Best Ever Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe, a delightful treat that combines the rich sweetness of butterscotch and the classic flavor of chocolate chips. These cookies are soft and chewy, with a hint of sea salt that wonderfully balances their sweetness. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating with friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe is easy to follow and customizable to suit your taste. Add walnuts for extra crunch or adjust the chocolate-to-butterscotch ratio to your liking. Get ready to bake a batch of these irresistible cookies that will leave everyone wanting more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Sea salt sprinkles (for finishing)
- Optional: 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt together.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in butterscotch chips, chocolate chips, and walnuts if using.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden; centers should remain soft.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top immediately after taking them out of the oven.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg