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Irresistible Old Fashioned Butterscotch Cookies

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Perfectly soft and chewy with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, these old-fashioned butterscotch cookies are easy to make and packed with rich, caramelized flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, browned
  • 1 cup (200g) light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (270g) butterscotch chips

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until it turns golden brown and smells nutty. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  2. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat with an electric mixer until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, then mix until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Mix it all together: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in butterscotch chips: Use a spatula to gently fold the butterscotch chips into the dough.
  7. Shape the cookies: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked—that’s okay! They will firm up as they cool.
  9. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, measure flour accurately using the spoon-and-level method. Chill the dough if it feels too soft to prevent spreading during baking.

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