Description
These Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies are golden, chewy, and packed with layers of flavor—melty chocolate, buttery butterscotch, a hint of cinnamon, and a surprise crunch of chopped pecans. Finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, they’re the perfect sweet-and-salty treat that’ll keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
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1 1/4 cups (165g) all-purpose flour *see notes
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp baking powder
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3/4 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/2 cup (110g) unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 cup (100g) light or dark brown sugar, packed
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1/3 cup (75g) granulated sugar
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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1 large egg
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3/4 cup (120g) semisweet chocolate chips
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1/2 cup (90g) butterscotch chips
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1/4 cup (25g) chopped pecans *optional
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Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth and slightly thickened.
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Add vanilla extract and egg, whisking until fully incorporated.
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Fold in the dry ingredients using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined—don’t overmix.
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Stir in the chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and pecans (if using).
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Scoop dough into 1.5 tablespoon-sized balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
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Sprinkle each cookie with a little flaky sea salt.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look just set.
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Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
For a softer cookie, use a spoon-and-level method to measure the flour to avoid packing too much.
Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking helps prevent spreading and intensifies flavor.
Pecans are optional, but they add a nice crunch and nutty depth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: butterscotch cookies, chocolate chip cookies, salty sweet cookies, chewy cookies, pecan cookies