Salted Butterscotch Cookies
Just a hint of salt accentuates the butterscotch, vanilla, and sugar in these cookies in the sweetest way possible...
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cup butterscotch chips
- Sea salt flakes to garnish
- Extra butterscotch chips to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line your baking sheets with parchment for non-stick baking.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt (plus cinnamon and nutmeg if using) in a bowl. This is your dry mix.
- Cream the butter and sugars until fluffy, then blend in the egg and vanilla for a smooth batter.
- Combine the dry mix with the batter gently, then fold in the butterscotch chips.
- Scoop the dough into balls, place on the baking sheets, and sprinkle with flaky salt.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes until golden but soft. Cool on racks and enjoy your delicious cookies!
Nutrition
Calories: 188kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 149mgFiber: 0.5g
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