Description
These butterscotch chocolate chip cookies feature a luscious salted caramel swirl, creating a soft, chewy, and irresistible treat. The perfect balance of sweet and salty makes them ideal for gifting or enjoying with a cold glass of milk.
Ingredients
- 225 g (1 cup) Unsalted Butter, Softened: Crucial for a light and fluffy texture.
- 200 g (1 cup) Packed Brown Sugar: Adds moisture and caramel flavor.
- 100 g (½ cup) Granulated Sugar: Provides structure and browning.
- 1 Large Egg: Binds ingredients and adds richness.
- 1 Large Egg Yolk: Enhances chewiness and flavor.
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract: Enhances all flavors.
- 250 g (2 cups) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure.
- 1 tsp (5 g) Baking Soda: Helps cookies rise and spread.
- ½ tsp (2 g) Baking Powder: Provides extra lift.
- ½ tsp (2 g) Fine Sea Salt: Balances sweetness.
- 200 g (1 cup) Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: Classic chocolate flavor.
- 100 g (½ cup) Butterscotch Chips: Adds delightful butterscotch flavor.
- 100 g (½ cup) Browned Butter: Adds nutty depth to the caramel.
- 100 g (½ cup) Packed Brown Sugar (Swirl): For rich caramel flavor.
- 60 ml (¼ cup) Heavy Cream: Creates a smooth caramel texture.
- 1 tsp (5 g) Flaky Sea Salt: Provides salty bursts.
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract (Swirl): Enhances caramel flavor.
Instructions
- Make Caramel Swirl: Melt browned butter, add brown sugar, and dissolve.
- Boil & Simmer: Add heavy cream, boil gently, then simmer until thickened.
- Finish Caramel: Remove from heat, stir in flaky salt and vanilla. Cool completely.
- Cream Butter & Sugars: Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add Eggs & Vanilla: Beat in egg and yolk, then vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet & Dry: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until combined.
- Fold in Chips: Gently fold in chocolate and butterscotch chips.
- Chill Dough: Cover and chill dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F), line baking sheets.
- Assemble Cookies: Scoop dough, flatten, add caramel swirl, and seal.
- Bake Cookies: Bake for 12-14 minutes, until golden brown.
- Cool & Finish: Cool on sheets, then transfer to rack. Drizzle with extra caramel if desired.
Notes
For best results, ensure butter is softened but not melted, and chill the dough thoroughly. Browning the butter for the caramel swirl adds a significant depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg