Best 3 Butterscotch Basketball Cookies Recipes

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Craving a sweet and buttery confection that's perfect for snacking, gifting, or enjoying during game day? Look no further than butterscotch basketball cookies! These delightful treats combine the irresistible flavors of butterscotch chips, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon, all nestled within a crisp and chewy cookie. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe guide will take you step-by-step through the process of creating these basketball-shaped cookies, ensuring a delicious and visually appealing outcome. Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a baking adventure that will score major points with your taste buds!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTERSCOTCH BASKETBALL COOKIES



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I didn't need a special basketball player cookie cutter to shape these sporty cookies-gingerbread men cutters make the team! I like this cookie's rich taste better than that of a basic sugar cookie. -Sharon Landeen, Tucson, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butterscotch chips
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
FROSTING:
3/4 cup shortening
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
Paste food coloring

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt butterscotch chips; cool for 10 minutes. In a bowl, cream butter and sugars. Add egg, milk and vanilla; mix well. Beat in melted chips. Gradually add flour; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. , On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 4-1/2-in. gingerbread man cookie cutter and a 3-in. round cutter. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 5-8 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 1 minute; remove to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, combine shortening, water, flour and vanilla in a bowl; mix well. Gradually beat in sugar. Place 1 cup frosting in a plastic bag; cut a small hole in corner of bag. Pipe shirt and shorts on players. Fill in outline and smooth with a metal spatula. Tint 1/4 cup frosting black; place in a plastic bag. Pipe lines on round cookies to create basketballs; pipe hair, eyes and noses on players. Tint 1/4 cup frosting red; pipe a mouth on each player. Tint remaining frosting to match team colors of your choice; pipe around shirts and shorts and add a letter on shirts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BUTTERSCOTCH COOKIES



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"This old-fashioned recipe has been in my family for years," writes Beverly Duncan of Big Prairie, Ohio. "It's also delicious with miniature chocolate chips or coconut in place of the toffee bits."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup English toffee bits or almond brickle chips
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in toffee bits and pecans. Shape into a 10-in. roll; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm., Preheat oven to 375°. Unwrap dough and cut into 1/2-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake 9-11 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool 1-2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Freeze option: Place wrapped logs in resealable plastic freezer bag; freeze. To use, unwrap frozen logs and cut into slices. If necessary, let dough stand a few minutes at room temperature before cutting. Bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BUTTERSCOTCH BASKETBALL COOKIES



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Nope, I didn't need a special basketball player cutter to shape these sporty cookies, the gingerbread men make the team! I like this cookie's rich taste better than that of a basic sugar cookie.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butterscotch chips
1 cup butter (no substitutes), softened
½ cup sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup shortening
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon Paste food coloring

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt butterscotch chips; cool for 10 minutes. In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugars. Add egg, milk and vanilla; mix well. Beat in melted chips. Gradually add flour; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 4-1/2-in. gingerbread man cookie cutter and a 3-in. round cutter. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees F for 5-8 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 1 minute; remove to wire racks to cool completely.
  • For frosting, combine shortening, water, flour and vanilla in a mixing bowl; mix well. gradually beat in sugar. Place 1 cup frosting in a plastic bag; cut a small hole in corner of bag. Pipe shirt and shorts on players. Fill in outline and smooth with a metal spatula. Tint 1/4 cup frosting black; place in a plastic bag. Pipe lines on round cookies to create basketballs; pipe hair, eyes and noses on players. Tint 1/4 cup frosting red; pipe a mouth on each player. Tint remaining frosting to match team colors of your choice; pipe around shirts and shorts and add a letter on shirts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 28.2 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 67.4 mg, Sugar 32.9 g

Tips:

  • Use room temperature butter for the best results.
  • Be sure to cream the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy.
  • Don't overmix the dough, or the cookies will be tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are just beginning to brown.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

These butterscotch basketball cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their chewy texture, rich butterscotch flavor, and festive appearance, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these butterscotch basketball cookies a try!

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