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Oatmeal Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies

Oatmeal Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chewy, sweet Oatmeal Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies bursting with rich flavors, combining hearty oats, buttery butterscotch, and melty chocolate chips for a comforting and indulgent treat. Perfectly chewy with a nostalgic twist, ideal for desserts, snacks, or any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chips

  • 3/4 cup butterscotch chips
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Measure out all dry and wet ingredients accurately for the best results.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This incorporates air and creates a tender cookie base.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined and the batter is smooth and glossy.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed to avoid overworking the dough.
  5. Fold in Oats and Chips: Gently fold in the old-fashioned oats, butterscotch chips, and chocolate chips with a spatula, ensuring even distribution without crushing the chips.
  6. Scoop and Bake: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  7. Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. This ensures ideal chewy texture and prevents breakage.

Notes

  • Chill your dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and enhance flavor.
  • Use old-fashioned oats for the best chewy texture; quick oats are not recommended.
  • Do not overbake; remove cookies when edges are set but centers are still soft for ultimate chewiness.
  • Fold chips in gently at the end to avoid breaking them.
  • Adjust brown and granulated sugar ratios to customize sweetness to your liking.

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