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Sea Salt Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies to Satisfy Cravings

These sea salt butterscotch chocolate chip cookies combine sweet and salty flavors for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter Provides rich flavor and aids in cookie structure
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar Adds moisture and chewiness
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cookies
  • 1 large egg Binds the ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Elevates the overall flavor
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Essential for structure
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips Adds sweetness
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Enriches flavor
For Topping
  • to taste sea salt sprinkles Adds a crunchy touch
  • optional walnuts Optional for extra crunch

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowls
  • Cookie scoop
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Beat 1 cup of cold unsalted butter with 3/4 cup of brown sugar and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  4. Whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of butterscotch chips and 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips.
  6. Drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared sheets, keeping 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-13 minutes until edges are lightly golden; cool for 5 minutes on the sheet.
  8. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Refrigerating dough for 30 minutes can enhance flavor and texture. Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.