Butterscotch Refrigerator Cookies Recipe

Name: Butterscotch Refrigerator Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 cup shortening; 1/2 cup butter; 2 cups brown sugar, firmly packed; 2 eggs, well beaten; 2 tablespoons warm water; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup chopped nuts

Servings: persons

3 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup butter
2 cups brown sugar, firmly packed
2 eggs, well beaten
2 tablespoons warm water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped nuts

1
Sift flour, salt, cinnamon, and soda together.
2
Cream shortening and butter; gradually add sugar; beat til light. Add eggs, water, and vanilla; mix well.
3
Combine dry ingredients and creamed mixture. Add nuts.
4
Shape dough into rolls 2 inches in diameter. Wrap tightly in waxed paper. Chill thoroughly -- overnight for best results.
5
May be frozen at this point.
6
(Or pack in frozen fruit juice cans and chill thoroughly. Detach bottom of can; push dough out to slice).
7
Bake 1 1/2 inch apart on ungreased baking sheet in hot oven (400 degrees) 10 to 12 minutes.
8
Cool on racks.

1082

kcal

Calories

Fat

190

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Butterscotch Refrigerator Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Butterscotch Refrigerator Cookies

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