There’s something timeless about a soft, chewy cookie. And when it comes to comfort baking, few treats hit the mark quite like Oatmeal Scotchies — golden cookies packed with hearty oats, warm cinnamon, and rich butterscotch chips that melt into sweet, buttery pockets of flavor.
Whether you’re baking for grandchildren, bringing a treat to a church gathering, or just craving something nostalgic and homemade, these cookies deliver the kind of satisfaction that only a classic can.
This recipe is the one you’ll come back to again and again. It’s straightforward, reliable, and produces perfect results every time — golden brown edges, soft centers, and a heavenly aroma that fills the kitchen.
Let’s walk through exactly how to make these beloved Oatmeal Scotchies, step by step.
Why These Cookies Work
Oatmeal Scotchies are more than just another oatmeal cookie. They bring together the chewy texture of old-fashioned oats, the caramel sweetness of butterscotch chips, and the depth of cinnamon and brown sugar. The result? A cookie that’s rich, slightly spiced, and utterly irresistible.
The key to their success is balance:
Molasses adds depth and chewiness.
Brown sugar gives them a warm, rich sweetness.
Cinnamon enhances flavor without overwhelming.
Chilling the dough ensures the cookies bake up soft and full, not flat and crispy.
Now let’s get baking.
Oatmeal Scotchies Recipe
Ingredients You’ll Need
Ingredient Amount
All-purpose flour 1 ½ cups
Baking soda 1 teaspoon
Salt 1 teaspoon
Ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon
Butter (room temp) 1 cup (2 sticks)
Packed brown sugar 1 cup
White sugar ½ cup
Eggs 2
Molasses 1 tablespoon
Vanilla extract 1 ½ teaspoons
Old-fashioned oats 3 cups
Butterscotch chips 1 ½ cups
How to Make Oatmeal Scotchies Step-by-Step
Step 1: Combine Your Dry Ingredients
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together:
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
This dry mix sets the stage for the cookie structure. Make sure everything is evenly combined to prevent pockets of baking soda or salt in the dough.
Tip: Whisking also helps aerate the flour slightly for a better cookie texture.
Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, combine:
1 cup (2 sticks) room temperature butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture until it becomes light and creamy — this usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
This step is crucial: properly creamed butter and sugar create a soft and chewy cookie by incorporating air into the dough.
Step 3: Add the Wet Ingredients
To the creamed mixture, add:
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