If you’re looking to take classic chocolate chip cookies up a notch, these Secret Ingredient Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies are the answer. They’re chewy and full of that classic chocolate chip flavor—but with a sweet twist of butterscotch that makes them unique.

So what’s the secret? Instead of butter, these cookies use a simple pantry staple: oil. Yup, oil in cookies! It might sound unexpected (maybe even a little taboo?!), but trust me—this simple swap works, giving you cookies that are delicious, made in one bowl, and come together in no time–hello not having to soften and cream your butter!

So if you’re baking for a cozy treat, a holiday, or just because, give this unique recipe a try. It’s quick, easy, and might become your new go-to cookie recipe!

Secret Ingredient Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Ingredients
2/3 cup (130g) brown sugar
1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup (100g) canola or vegetable oil
1 1/3 cup (180g) all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup (75g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
2/3 cup (75g) butterscotch chips

Directions
1. In a large bowl, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, and egg. Whisk really well to combine. After a few minutes of whisking, add the vanilla extract and salt.
2. Continue to whisk as you slowly pour in your oil. Whisk until everything is completely combined.
3. Add the flour and baking soda and stir until you still have a few streaks of flour in the bowl. Fold in the chocolate chips and butterscotch chips.
4. Refrigerate your dough for 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
5. Roll cookies into tablespoon-sized balls or use a cookie scoop. Place two inches apart on baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to five days. Wow your friends and family with the secret ingredient 😉 Enjoy!

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Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookie FAQs

1. Can I use a different type of oil instead of canola?
Yes! Canola and vegetable oil are neutral in flavor and work well, but you can also use light olive oil. I would avoid strongly flavored oils like extra virgin olive oil or coconut oil because they’ll change the taste of the cookies.

2. Can butterscotch chips be substituted?
Yes! If you don’t have butterscotch chips on hand—or just want to try a different flavor—you can swap them for white chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, or any of your favorite flavor of baking chips. Be sure to keep the total amount of mix-ins the same so the dough bakes evenly.

3. Can I make these cookies dairy-free?
Absolutely! The only potential dairy in this recipe is the chocolate and butterscotch chips. Look for dairy-free chocolate chips and vegan butterscotch chips, and your cookies will be dairy-free.

4. Can I make these cookies gluten-free?
Yes, I’d recommend using a 1:1 gluten-free all-purpose flour blend such as Bob’s Red Mill.

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My Favorite Kitchen Tools for Perfect Cookies

• Parchment Paper Sheets – These make cleanup a breeze!
• Cookie Scoop – No more messy hands and your cookies will all bake uniformly because they’ll be the same size.
• Dough Whisk – My go-to for mixing dough because the coiled design makes it easy to mix wet and dry ingredients without overmixing.

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More Cookie Recipes You’ll Love

• The Best Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies – A classic, perfectly chewy chocolate chip cookie.
• Maple Chai Snickerdoodles – A cozy, fall twist on the classic snickerdoodle. Made with warm chai spices and a hint of maple, these are perfect for autumn baking.
• Mint Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies – Refreshing mint and rich dark chocolate meet and create one tasty cookie recipe!
• Dairy-Free Sugar Cookies with Vanilla Frosting – Soft sugar cookies topped with creamy vanilla frosting and completely dairy-free!
• Malted Milk Chocolate Chip Cookies – An old-fashioned twist on classic chocolate chip cookies. Malted milk powder makes these sweet cookies extra special.

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And there you have it—my Secret Ingredient Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies! They’re chewy, sweet, and one-of-a-kind thanks to the simple oil swap. I know they seem different, but you’ll just have to trust me–they’re bound to win you over.

So, the next time you’re craving a special cookie, give these a try. Who knows? They might become your new favorite 😊