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    Home » Recipes » Dessert » Decadent Butterscotch Walnut Cookies Recipe

    Published: Nov 5, 2020 · Updated: Feb 11, 2021 by Sharon Garofalow | This post may contain affiliate links. See the privacy policy linked in my footer.

    Decadent Butterscotch Walnut Cookies Recipe

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    This Butterscotch Walnut Cookies recipe will show you how to create a delicious homemade cookie that is perfect for fall.

    With rich butterscotch and crunchy walnuts, these cookies are full of flavor and are a unique recipe to make for your family.

    Easy desserts are my favorite, and this delicious cookie recipe is one that people always ask me to make for them.

    Walnut Butterscotch cookies scattered on a table.

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    You’ll crave these cookies

    If I’m out and about and see a delicious treat that includes butterscotch I will always get it.

    Butterscotch is mainly brown sugar and butter and it’s one of my favorite flavors in life. It’s like caramel but next level.

    I loved using butterscotch chips in my Apple Butterscotch Cookies, so I knew that I wanted to make even more cookies with it.

    These Butterscotch Walnut Cookies are chewy and delicious. Best of all? They are incredibly easy to make at home!

    Whip up a large batch because everyone will want to grab one (or two).

    Small ice cream scooper tool with cookie batter on a table with butterscotch chips laying next to it.

    How to make Walnut Butterscotch Cookies

    Homemade cookies really make people happy. And they couldn’t be easier to make!

    Scroll down to the end of the post for a printable recipe card with full measurements and more detailed instructions.

    Ingredients

    • butter
    • sugar
    • brown sugar
    • vanilla extract
    • egg
    • flour
    • walnuts, chopped
    • butterscotch chips
    • Butterscotch sauce (optional)

    I love making desserts from cake mix, but I like cookies that are made from scratch.

    While it can seem daunting, it’s just a little bit of extra measuring.

    If you do want to add the extra butterscotch sauce, just grab a jar of store-bought ice cream topping. This butterscotch sauce in a squeeze bottle keeps things super simple.

    You could make your own butterscotch, but I don’t want to be in the kitchen all day.

    Baked cookies with butterscotch scattered on a table with a spoon holding a dallop of butterscotch.

    Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
    2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
    3. In a large pan brown the butter: Cook over medium heat until golden, you’ll feel a toasted nut aroma. Remove from heat and let cool for about 5 minutes. 
    4. Beat browned butter with sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract with a hand mixer.
    5. Add egg and beat until fluffy.
    6. Incorporate the flour by adding a little bit at a time and mixing.
    7. Fold in the butterscotch chips and walnuts. 
    8. Scoop out a ball of dough, with a cookie scoop, and place on a cookie sheet.
    9. Swirl some butterscotch sauce on top (optional, but worth it!) and put in the oven. 
    10. Bake for 12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
    11. Remove from the oven and let cool on the pan for around 10 minutes before removing them.

    The perfect finishing touch

    I also like to add a swirl of butterscotch sauce to the top of the cookies because for me butterscotch sauce is life.

    However you can skip that last step or even swirl some melted chocolate or jam. 

    Golden baked cookies with Butterscotch and Walnuts on a table.

    Tips you should know

    Brown your butter

    Browning butter is a super easy trick that infuses a lot of flavor to your baked goods.

    Just melt butter in a pan and cook for around 20 seconds or until it becomes slightly golden and smells like baked nuts.

    Browned butter has some delicious caramel undertones that make the whole cookie taste more like butterscotch.

    Chop the walnuts

    I highly advise you to chop your walnuts to tiny pieces that way you get a couple of walnut pieces in every bite resulting is a super crunchy cookie.

    Baked cookies laid out on a table next to butterscotch chips.

    These Walnut Butterscotch Cookies are totally packed with flavor and while they look like those fancy cookies you would get from an upscale bakery, the truth is they aren’t complicated to make!

    You can have a fresh-baked batch of cookies in around 30 minutes which makes my boys super happy.

    Supplies to make this recipe

    More cookie recipes to check out

    • Mayo Cookies are a thing. And they’re super tasty! Plus they’re great when you don’t have eggs!
    • My son always asks me to make these easy Cake Mix Cookies with M&Ms. They are super cake-like and so rich and fudgy!
    • I love to make this Dessert Bruschetta for parties! It’s like an appetizer but sweet! If you love fruit desserts, you’ve got to try these!
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    Butterscotch Walnut Cookies

    With rich butterscotch and crunchy walnuts, these Butterscotch Walnut Cookies are full of flavor and are a unique cookie recipe to make for your family.
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 30 minutes
    Cook Time: 12 minutes
    Rest Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 52 minutes
    Servings: 2 dozen
    Calories: 115kcal
    Author: Sharon Garofalow

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup butter
    • ¼ cup sugar
    • ½ cup brown sugar
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1 egg
    • 1 ½ cups flour
    • ⅓ cup walnuts chopped
    • ⅓ cup butterscotch chips
    • Butterscotch sauce optional, but not optional

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
    • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
    • In a large pan brown the butter: Cook over medium heat until golden, you’ll feel a toasted nut aroma. Remove from heat and let cook. 
    • Beat browned butter with sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract. Add egg and beat until fluffy. 
    • Incorporate the flour. Fold in the butterscotch chips and walnuts. 
    • Scoop out a ball of dough and place in a cookie sheet. Swirl some butterscotch sauce on top if you want and put in the oven. 
    • Bake for 12 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for around 10 minutes before serving them.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 43mg | Sugar: 8g
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    About Sharon Garofalow

    Sharon lives in Southern California with her adorable family. She loves to share ideas to make mom life easier and encourage busy gals to make time for themselves too! Sharon's "me" time often includes watching Hallmark Channel movies, sipping sauvignon blanc, trying not to eat Salt and Pepper potato chips, and planning girlfriend getaways.

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