Ingredients and Weight:
- Rolled oats (2 cups)
- All-purpose flour (1 1/2 cups)
- Brown sugar (1 cup)
- White granulated sugar (1/2 cup)
- Baking soda (1 teaspoon)
- Salt (1/4 teaspoon)
- Unsalted butter (1 cup, softened)
- Large eggs (2)
- Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
- Raisins (1 cup)
- Butterscotch chips (1 cup)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, brown sugar, white sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the raisins and butterscotch chips.
- Roll the dough into 1 1/2-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Flatten the balls slightly with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 120mg
- Potassium: 120mg
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 24g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Chewy, soft, and slightly crunchy
- Sweet and savory with a hint of vanilla
- Studded with juicy raisins and buttery butterscotch chips
User Comments:
- "These cookies are absolutely delicious! They have the perfect balance of sweetness and chewiness."
- "I love the combination of butterscotch and oats. It's a unique and flavorful treat."
- "These cookies are so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly. They're a favorite with my family and friends."
- "I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about them."
- "These cookies are so versatile. You can add different mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit to create your own variations."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For chewier cookies, bake for 10 minutes. For crispier cookies, bake for 12 minutes.
- Let the cookies cool completely before enjoying them to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
