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A close-up shot of golden-brown chewy butterscotch cookies topped with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, arranged on a rustic wooden platter. The cookies have a glossy, caramelized surface with visible bits of butterscotch chunks and a slightly cracked texture, styled with a few scattered sea salt flakes for an enticing, artisanal look.

Chewy Sea Salt Butterscotch Cookies

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Chewy and flavorful cookies with butterscotch chips and a touch of sea salt in every bite.

  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups butterscotch chips
  • Sea salt flakes for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing well.
  5. Fold in butterscotch chips.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing evenly.
  7. Sprinkle each cookie with a pinch of sea salt before baking.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are chewy.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • Use high-quality butterscotch chips for the best flavor.
  • Sprinkle sea salt just before baking for optimal flaky salt taste.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to a week to keep them chewy.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg