Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Scotchies

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups quick or old-fashioned oats
• 1 2/3 cups butterscotch chips

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking. Ensure your oven rack is in the center of the oven for even baking.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
6. Fold in the oats and butterscotch chips until evenly distributed.
7. Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each ball about 2 inches apart, using about a tablespoon of dough for each cookie.
8. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and golden brown.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.