Lots of brown sugar give these cookies their butterscotch flavor. I add broken toasted pecans to the dough, but use whatever kind of nut that suits your fancy. The dough gets shaped into two 12-inch logs. If you don't need 4 dozen cookies in your kitchen all at once, refrigerate one log and and freeze the other. The dough in...
Provided by Kathleen Taylor
Categories Cookies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Cream shortening. Add brown sugar gradually and cream together.
- 2. Add eggs and vanilla.
- 3. Sift flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt together.
- 4. Using a wooden spoon, stir the flour mixture into the creamed mixture.
- 5. Stir in the nuts.
- 6. Shape the dough into 2 (12-inch) rolls and wrap in waxed paper. Refrigerate and chill thoroughly, at least a few hours, but preferably overnight.
- 7. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- 8. Use sharp knife to cut dough into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Place on prepared baking sheet.
- 9. Bake in preheated 375-degree oven for 8 to 10 minutes.
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Sindhi Chhokro
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect addition to any cookie platter. They're sure to be a hit with everyone.
Sayedali javed
[email protected]I'm definitely going to be making these cookies again and again.
Roxanne Diaz
[email protected]These cookies are a must-try for any cookie lover. They're so delicious and easy to make.
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[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. These cookies are amazing!
Jessica Downes
[email protected]These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.
Adnan Siddiqui Siddiqui
[email protected]I've tried other butterscotch cookie recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The cookies are so moist and flavorful.
Kyeyune Summayiah
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect size for a snack or dessert. They're not too big and they're not too small.
Richard Moore
[email protected]I love how chewy these cookies are. They're the perfect texture for a cookie.
PARVEZ AKHTER
[email protected]These cookies are so easy to make, I can even get my kids to help me. It's a fun activity and the cookies are always delicious.
Mpolaye Hape
[email protected]I'm not a fan of butterscotch, but I actually really liked these cookies. They're not too sweet and the butterscotch flavor is subtle.
Samiksha Chhetry
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and salty. I love the combination of the butterscotch chips and the sea salt.
zxc sannk
[email protected]I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit. They're so addictive!
Symon Oyando
[email protected]My kids loved these cookies! They're the perfect after-school snack.
Edwill Angelo Pratt
[email protected]These cookies are perfect for a quick and easy dessert. They're also great for parties because they can be made ahead of time.
KF Burki
[email protected]I'm not a big baker, but these cookies were so easy to make that even I could do it. And they turned out great!
Hani Y tube
[email protected]These cookies are so delicious! The butterscotch chips give them a perfect flavor.
Michele Cooper
[email protected]I love how simple these cookies are to make. I don't have a lot of time to bake, so these are perfect for me.
Unusual Vikky
[email protected]These cookies were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.