Enchanting Butterbeer Cookies with Butterscotch Frosting
Experience the magical flavors of the wizarding world with these soft, buttery cookies topped with luscious butterscotch frosting. Each bite delivers a delightful blend of vanilla and butterscotch that evokes warmth and comfort. Perfect for cozy gatherings or themed parties, these cookies promise an enchanting treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butterscotch sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined; fold in butterscotch chips.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on wire racks before frosting.
- For frosting, beat powdered sugar, heavy cream, and butterscotch sauce until smooth. Top cooled cookies generously with frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg