Butterscotch-Apple Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped apples
• 1 cup butterscotch chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease baking sheets.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
4. Gradually stir in the flour mixture. Fold in the apples and butterscotch chips.
5. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown.
6. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Apples are an excellent source of dietary fiber.
• Butterscotch chips are made with butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup.
• Cookies are a popular snack and dessert around the world.