Orange's Famous Oatmeal Scotchies - A Delicious Twist on Classic Oatmeal Cookies

Try Orange's Famous Oatmeal Scotchies, a delicious twist on classic oatmeal cookies. Packed with oats, butterscotch chips, and a hint of cinnamon, these cookies are soft, chewy, and oh-so-addictive. The addition of orange zest adds a citrusy freshness that sets them apart from the rest. Whether you enjoy them with a glass of milk or a cup of tea, these cookies are sure to become a new family favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 1/2 cups butterscotch chips

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and freshly grated orange zest.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. Stir in the rolled oats and butterscotch chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
10. Enjoy these delectable Oatmeal Scotchies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea!

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