Description

Soft in the middle, crisp at the edges, and packed with salty-sweet butterscotch flavor and toasted pecans, these cookies are an indulgent, chewy dessert made with pantry staples.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups (300g) packed brown sugar
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
3 cups (240g) old-fashioned rolled oats
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups (340g) butterscotch chips
1 ½ cups (150g) raw pecan halves
Extra flaky sea salt, for finishing

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread pecan halves on a small baking sheet or skillet and toast for 5-7 minutes until fragrant. Let cool completely, then chop roughly.
In a large bowl, beat softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed just until flour disappears.
Fold in rolled oats, toasted pecans, and butterscotch chips until evenly distributed.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours).
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon balls and place 2 inches apart.
Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers look slightly soft.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt while warm.

Notes

Do not overbake as cookies continue to cook on the hot pan. Measure flour using the spoon-and-level method to avoid dry cookies. Chilling the dough is essential for preventing excessive spreading and ensuring a chewy texture. Toasting pecans enhances flavor significantly.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 180
Sugar: 18
Sodium: 150
Fat: 9
Saturated Fat: 4
Carbohydrates: 26
Fiber: 1
Protein: 3

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