CRISPY SCOTCHIES

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I first tasted these cookies as a newlywed in 1959. Over the years, I've made a few modifications, and now they turn out perfectly every time. -Joanne Kramer, Manchester, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 5-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 tablespoons butter, softened
6 tablespoons butter-flavored shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups crisp rice cereal, divided
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup butterscotch chips
TOPPING:
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Crush 2 cups of cereal; add flour, baking soda and baking powder. Gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in butterscotch chips and remaining cereal. Combine topping ingredients in a small bowl. , Roll dough into 1-1/4-in. balls, then roll in topping. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets; flatten slightly with glass. , Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Foluke Olabisi
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Overall, I thought these scotchies were pretty good. I would definitely make them again.


Samuel Lidipe
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my scotchies didn't turn out crispy at all.


Abdulkabir Abdulkabir
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These scotchies are a bit too greasy for my taste.


Malaika Timrah
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I'm not a big fan of scotchies, but I tried this recipe and I was pleasantly surprised. They were really good!


ihtasham haq
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These scotchies are delicious! I love the crispy outside and the tender inside.


Ruby Ruzy
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I've made these scotchies several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they always come out perfect.


Ayhem Khodmi
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


John Pache
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These scotchies are the perfect party food. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Shakir Ali
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I made these scotchies for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Mithlesh Mahato
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The scotchies didn't turn out crispy at all. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Md Mk
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The scotchies were a bit too spicy for my taste, but overall they were still good.


Paulette Niwemuhoza
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Easy to follow recipe and the scotchies turned out amazing!


Deb Berry
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I've tried many scotchies recipes, but this one is by far the best. The scotchies came out perfectly crispy and flavorful.


Yumeko Martin
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These scotchies were a hit at my party! They were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a delicious blend of spices. I'll definitely be making them again.