Butterscotch Shortbread Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible buttery goodness of these easy-to-make Butterscotch Shortbread Cookies! This recipe is incredibly simple, yet yields melt-in-your-mouth cookies bursting with butterscotch flavor. Experiment with chocolate, butterscotch, or white chocolate chips – the possibilities are endless! Makes approximately 3 dozen cookies (slightly less if using regular-sized chips). Prepare for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 119.7 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Butterscotch Shortbread Cookies

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How to Make Butterscotch Shortbread Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the brown sugar until well combined.
  4. Add the vanilla extract and beat until incorporated.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Stir in the butterscotch chips.
  8. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

32g

Fat

10g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Butterscotch Shortbread Cookies?

Butterscotch Shortbread Cookies takes about 42 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 22 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Butterscotch Shortbread Cookies?

Butterscotch Shortbread Cookies has approximately 119.7 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Butterscotch Shortbread Cookies?

The key ingredients for Butterscotch Shortbread Cookies are Brown Sugar, Margarine, Flour, Miniature Butterscotch Chips. See the full list with measurements above.

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