How to Make Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies I - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to homemade cookies, it's hard to beat the classic combination of buttery butterscotch and hearty oats. These Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies are the perfect dessert for any occasion, whether it's a casual family gathering or a fancy holiday party. The rich butterscotch flavor pairs perfectly with the chewy texture of the oats, creating a cookie that is both sweet and satisfying.

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup butter flavored shortening
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, cream together shortening, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in egg, then stir in vanilla. Combine flour and baking soda, and mix into the batter. Mix in oats and chocolate and butterscotch chips. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 9 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the edges are toasted. Cool on wire racks.
  • Nutrition

    163 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 45mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 64mg