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Peanut Butter Butterscotch Cookies

These soft and chewy Peanut Butter Butterscotch Cookies combine the nutty goodness of peanut butter with the sweet richness of butterscotch chips, making for an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter Use room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg Use room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips Fold in gently at the end.
  • a pinch salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and brown sugar. Stir until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg to the mixture and mix well, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring all ingredients are well integrated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda and a pinch of salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until fully combined. Don’t forget to fold in the butterscotch chips!
  6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  2. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For optimal taste, serve with cold milk, vanilla ice cream, or crumble over yogurt for breakfast. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.