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Butterscotch Refrigerator Cookies

Butterscotch Refrigerator Cookies are soft and chewy and almost taste like a Pecan Sandie!  These cookies are perfect for potlucks and have a wonderful butterscotch flavor that isn't too overpowering.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Butterscotch Refrigerator Cookies
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Refrigerator Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings 45 cookies
Calories 130kcal
Author Jennifer Osterholt

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • 2 well beaten eggs
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 4 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional

Instructions

  • Cream butter and sugar well.  Add eggs and milk, mix well.
  • Slowly add dry ingredients and mix well.  Mix nuts into dough OR sprinkle chopped nuts on individual cookies just before baking for a more decorative look.
  • Mix; let stand in rolls overnight in the refrigerator.  Slice and bake in oven at 375 degrees F. for 7 to 10 minutes depending on thickness of the slice.  

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 92mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 137IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg