“Brought these to our church picnic and people couldn’t stop raving about them!”
Oatmeal Scotchies are a timeless favorite, loved for their chewy texture and the perfect pairing of wholesome oats with rich, buttery butterscotch chips. With a touch of cinnamon and a deep brown sugar sweetness, these cookies offer cozy comfort in every bite—ideal for any time of year.
🍪 Oatmeal Scotchies Recipe
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 1 ½ cups |
| Baking soda | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Ground cinnamon | ½ teaspoon |
| Unsalted butter (softened) | 1 cup (2 sticks) |
| Brown sugar (packed) | 1 cup |
| White sugar | ½ cup |
| Large eggs | 2 |
| Molasses | 1 tablespoon |
| Vanilla extract | 1 ½ teaspoons |
| Old-fashioned oats | 3 cups |
| Butterscotch chips | 1 ½ cups |
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside for later.
2. Cream the Butter and Sugars
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs, Molasses, and Vanilla
Beat in the eggs, then add the molasses and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
4. Incorporate the Dry Mix
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until everything is incorporated. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
5. Stir in Oats and Butterscotch Chips
Fold in the oats and butterscotch chips by hand. The dough will be thick and hearty at this stage.
6. Chill the Dough
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This step helps control spreading and enhances flavor.
7. Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
8. Shape and Bake
Scoop the chilled dough into balls (1.5 to 2 tablespoons each) and place them a few inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 11–13 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers still look slightly soft.
9. Cool and Serve
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to finish cooling completely. This helps them set without falling apart.
