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Butterscotch Crunch Cookies

Chewy, slightly crisp cookies packed with English toffee bits and chopped pecans, perfect for make-ahead baking and holiday cookie trays.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened Use unsalted butter for best results.
  • 1/4 cup shortening Can be replaced with butter for a richer flavor.
  • 2 cups packed brown sugar Deep flavor enhances cookie sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Use pasteurized eggs if concerned about raw eggs.
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract For enhancing flavor.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Measure properly for best texture.
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1.5 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon salt Reduce if using salted butter.
Add-Ins
  • 1 bag English toffee bits (10 oz)
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans (optional) Can substitute with walnuts or leave out for nut-free.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a stand mixer, combine softened butter, shortening, and packed brown sugar. Mix until sandy and lump-free.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, and stir in vanilla.
  3. Whisk flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt separately.
  4. With mixer on low, gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in toffee bits and chopped pecans by hand.
  6. Shape dough into two 10-inch logs and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
  7. Freeze the wrapped logs for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Unwrap frozen logs and slice into 1/2-inch rounds. Place slices 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
  3. Bake for 9–11 minutes until edges are lightly browned and centers are set.
  4. Cool on pans until firm, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Notes

For a nut-free version, omit pecans and add an extra 1–2 oz of toffee bits or 1/2 cup chocolate chips. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days.