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Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies

By Diana Rattray, About.com

Oatmeal cookies with butterscotch chips. Scroll down to see more butterscotch cookies and bars.

Ingredients:

  • 1 package (8 ounces) butterscotch pieces
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange peel
  • 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup quick rolled oats
  • 1 cup coconut plus more for rolling cookies

Preparation:

Melt butterscotch pieces over hot water; cool for about 10 minutes. In a mixing bowl, cream butter, sugar, egg, and orange peel until light. Add sifted flour, soda, and salt; mix well. Stir in oats and 1 cup coconut. Shape cookie dough into 1-inch balls; roll in coconut and place on greased baking sheets. If desired, decorate with sprinkles before baking. Bake at 350° for about 15 minutes.
Makes about 4 to 5 dozen cookies.

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