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Salted Butterscotch Cookies

Indulgent Salted Butterscotch Cookies You Can't Resist

These Salted Butterscotch Cookies combine sweetness and a hint of salt, creating irresistible treats that are quick and easy to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: easy cookies
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2.25 cups all-purpose flour creates the ideal cookie structure
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda essential for rising
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt enhances sweetness
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened for rich flavor
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar adds depth and moisture
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar sweet contrast
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for aroma
  • 2 large eggs binds the dough
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips star ingredient
For Topping
  • flaky sea salt for sprinkling on top

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add vanilla extract and eggs to the mixture, mixing until well combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring gently.
  6. Fold in butterscotch chips gently into the dough.
  7. Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top of each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  10. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened but not melted for the best texture. Chill the dough if you want to enhance flavor and shape.

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