Oatmeal Scotchie Cookies
Deliciously chewy cookies featuring a delightful blend of butter and butterscotch chips with hearty oats, perfect for family desserts.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature) Plays a crucial role in creating fluffy texture.
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats Works best for chewy texture.
- 2 cups butterscotch chips Avoid chocolate chips for traditional flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the room temperature butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in the oats and butterscotch chips gently.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Place them 2 to 3 inches apart on the baking sheet.
Baking
- Bake the cookies for 9 to 12 minutes until the edges are golden and centers are slightly undercooked.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For variations, consider adding nuts, different types of chips, or dried fruits. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
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