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There’s something truly enchanting about the aroma of homemade cookies wafting through your kitchen. The scent can transport you back to childhood memories of baking with family or the joy of biting into a warm, gooey treat straight from the oven. Cookies have an unrivaled charm, serving as a comforting indulgence that brings people together. Among the myriad of cookie varieties, the Ultimate Butterscotch Chip Cookie stands out as a perfect blend of sweetness and texture, making it an irresistible choice for cookie enthusiasts.

The Ultimate Butterscotch Chip Cookie

A delightful twist on a classic dish.
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Ingredients
  

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

1 cup brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

2 large eggs

1 cup butterscotch chips

1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Sea salt for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

    Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

      Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.

        Add eggs and vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract until well incorporated.

          Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!

            Fold in the goodies: Gently fold in the butterscotch chips and, if desired, the chopped pecans or walnuts using a spatula or wooden spoon.

              Scoop the dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

                Sprinkle with sea salt: If you like a sweet and salty contrast, lightly sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of each cookie dough ball.

                  Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will look a bit underbaked, but they will firm up as they cool.

                    Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

                      Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 24 cookies