Description
These Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the rich sweetness of butterscotch chips with classic chocolate chips for an irresistible treat. Soft and chewy with a hint of sea salt on top, they’re perfect for any cookie lover looking to delight their taste buds with a comforting blend of buttery, sweet flavors and a satisfying texture.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Add-ins & Toppings
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- Sea salt sprinkles
- Optional: walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature once your cookie dough is ready.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, creating the base texture and sweetness for your cookies.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugars, mixing thoroughly to blend the wet ingredients evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning in your cookie dough.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to avoid overworking the dough and keeping the cookies tender.
- Fold in Chips and Nuts: Gently fold in the butterscotch chips, chocolate chips, and optional walnuts, evenly distributing the delicious add-ins throughout the dough.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them evenly to allow spreading during baking.
- Add Sea Salt: Sprinkle sea salt on top of each cookie dough ball to enhance the sweetness and add a crispy, savory contrast.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown, indicating they’re perfectly cooked.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, helping them set and preventing breakage.
Notes
- For an extra nutty flavor and crunch, walnuts are optional but recommended.
- Ensure not to overmix the dough once the dry ingredients are added to keep the cookies tender.
- Sprinkling sea salt on top enhances the butterscotch and chocolate flavors.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and help with even baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
