Mini Oatmeal Butterscotch Skillet Cookie

Baking a skillet cookie brings a special kind of comfort, especially when it’s our Mini Oatmeal Butterscotch Skillet Cookie. This treat spreads beautifully in the pan, achieving a golden edge while remaining delightfully chewy at the center. Sized perfectly for you, or to share with someone special, it combines the sweet, caramel-like notes of butterscotch with hearty oats in a personal-sized skillet. This dessert merges the cozy warmth of oatmeal cookies with the luxurious sweetness of butterscotch, making it the ideal pick-me-up for any day.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Simple Ingredients: Uses pantry staples that are likely already in your kitchen.
• Quick and Easy: No need for dough chilling or complex steps.
• Perfectly Sized: Ideal for those who want a sweet treat without leftovers.
• Texture Delight: Offers a delightful combination of chewy and crisp textures.

Ingredients

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• Butter: The recipe calls for salted butter which infuses the cookie with a hint of saltiness. If you prefer to use unsalted butter, simply incorporate an additional 1/8 teaspoon of salt into the dry mixture to achieve the desired flavor balance.
• Sugar: A combination of granulated sugar and brown sugar is used to sweeten the cookie. The granulated sugar provides structure, while the brown sugar imparts a rich, caramel-like undertone.
• Egg Yolk: One egg yolk is required for this recipe, enriching the dough with fat for a richer texture. Hang onto the egg white to use in one of our egg white recipes like Meringue Cookies, a mini Texas Sheet Cake, or Flourless Chocolate Cookies.
• Vanilla and Ground Cinnamon: These two are powerhouse flavor enhancers, bringing warm and aromatic notes that complement the butterscotch perfectly.
• Flour: All-purpose flour is the foundation of the cookie, giving it structure. For those with gluten sensitivities, an all-purpose gluten-free 1:1 blend can be a suitable substitute.
• Baking Soda: A leavening agent that helps the cookie puff up slightly during baking, contributing to its perfect texture.
• Oats: Old-fashioned oats are specified here for their hearty texture and ability to hold their shape during baking. Quick-cooking oats may alter the final texture and are not recommended for this recipe.
• Butterscotch Chips: The recipe highlights butterscotch chips for their sweet and buttery flavor profile. However, you can tailor this treat to your taste with alternatives like semi-sweet, dark, or milk chocolate chips.

Expert Tips

• Grease the Skillet: It’s essential to apply a generous coating of butter or oil spray to the skillet. This ensures your cookie will release easily without sticking, preserving its perfect shape and texture.
• Measure Flour Accurately: Precision is key when measuring flour to prevent a dense cookie. Spoon the flour into your measuring cup until it’s heaped, then level it off with a straight edge, such as the back of a knife, for the exact amount needed.
• Watch the Baking Time: To capture that ideal balance of gooey center and crisp edges, pay close attention to the baking process. Once you notice the perimeter turning a light golden brown, it’s time to take the skillet out of the oven, even if the center seems slightly underdone—it will continue to cook in the residual heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

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